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Join to apply for the Employment Consultant (IEA) role at Flourish Australia Flourish Australia is starting up new services with the Inclusive Employment Australia program and we are looking for Employment Consultants (Employment Coordinators) to help establish and grow these new services! Parttime position based in Tamworth (60.8 hrs/fortnight) Working days between Monday to Friday Level 3 on the Flourish Australia Enterprise Agreement (2018) equivalent to $88,000 $94,700 p.a. (prorate) + super + taxfree salary packaging! About the Opportunity As an Employment Coordinator with Flourish Australia, you will be expected to provide Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) Programspecific support. You will: Understand and consult the Flourish Australia IEA Operational guidelines and ensure that policies and procedures are followed. Engage local businesses and employers to source and create job vacancies for Flourish Australias participants. Provide support, mentoring and other assistance to ensure the sustainability of participant employment placements and track all placements effectively to maximise Employment Outcomes. Work with local site teams and other community connections to assist participants in overcoming both vocational and nonvocational barriers to employment. We are seeking highperforming and experienced individuals who are passionate about helping participants achieve employment outcomes and have a knack for building relationships! Our ideal candidate is driven, compassionate, and eager to make a difference, coming with: Demonstrated experience working in employment services and programs. Evidence of high placement and retention rates. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. Passion for workforce development and helping others succeed. The Benefits Flourish Australia recognises and values its people as demonstrated by: Paid above industry at Level 4 on the Flourish Australia Enterprise Agreement (2018) (no bonus system in place) Tailored onboarding program to set you up for success. TaxFree Salary Packaging available up to $15,900. Exclusive personal fleet pricing discounts with our preferred automotive supplier. Generous leave provisions including 17.5% leave loading + 2 additional days of personal leave + Christmas/New Years Gratis Day + 10 weeks paid primary carer parental leave. Comprehensive infrastructure including a laptop for work purposes. Regular supervision (reflective practice), ongoing 1:1 mentoring and a comprehensive induction program. Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support. Opportunities for professional development and training to obtain mental health specific qualifications such as Mental Health First Aid, Certificate IV or Diploma in Mental Health and ASIST Suicide Prevention training. Workplace community groups Rainbow Network for LGBTQ+ staff members & allies and YarnUp Group for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff members. Who we are Flourish Australia is one of Australias most experienced community mental health organisations. Our services are comprehensive and highly personalised because each persons experience will be different and their needs are unique. Together we set goals, connect individuals with the right people, support services and opportunities to meet their needs. We value diversity and encourage applications from suitably qualified people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities, LGBTQ+ communities and matureage candidates. Selection Criteria Demonstrated or direct related experience in disability services, preferably in Disability Employment Services, Inclusive Employment Australia, or similar programs. Qualifications in training and assessment, employment services, mental health, community services or related fields as recognised by Flourish Australia or transferrable experience as decided by Flourish Australia. Proof of high performance in job services or related customer services environment. Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and fully utilise the client information management system. Current Australian Drivers Licence. How to Apply To apply for this position, please follow the link through to our job landing page. You will then be asked to attach a copy of your resume and complete screening questions in relation to this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr