Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Employment Specialist
2 days ago
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Employment Specialist to join our team at atWork Australia - Workforce Australia. As an Allied Health Professional, you will play a vital role in supporting job seekers with complex barriers to employment, including those from Indigenous backgrounds.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough assessments of candidates with a range of disability and barriers to employment, taking into account their cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
- Offer counseling intervention as needed, utilizing various psychological methodologies, and referring candidates to additional external support services to help address barriers.
- Provide evaluations on assessments and monitor the progression of cases, working closely with medical professionals and community agencies on behalf of candidates.
- Liaise with atWork Australia staff to provide training and guidance on psychological services and procedures, and to support the development of Indigenous employment programs.
- Work closely with our team of Indigenous Mentors throughout our different service regions across Australia, to ensure that our services are culturally responsive and effective.
Requirements
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Psychology with eligibility registration with AHPRA.
- Degree qualifications in Social Work or Counselling and current, or eligibility to gain, membership with one of AASW / ACA / PACFA.
- Experience working within employment services highly regarded but not essential.
- Knowledge of psychology assessment / intervention strategies, and exceptional communication, rapport building skills and engagement.
- Proven ability to construct accurate and articulate case reports, and ability to work towards generating positive outcomes for clients.
- Ability to provide a Police Clearance (within 6 months) and Work with Children's Check.
What We Offer
- A competitive salary depending on experience.
- Laptop + Phone.
- Fuel Allowance.
- Ongoing career development and national opportunities.
- Job stability and guaranteed full-time hours.
- Access to a range of benefits including discounts for health insurance, discounted gym membership, access to psychology services, ability to purchase additional leave, roadside assistance and paid parental leave.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, proudly welcoming people with disability including mental health conditions, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people from the LGBTQI community, veterans, carers and Indigenous Australians to our team. When you join atWork Australia - Workforce Australia, we want you to bring your whole self to work – and we value your unique contribution.
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