Disability Employment Consultant

Essential Personnel is a not-for-profit disability support organisation that has been providing high quality specialised employment services across the Wheatbelt and Perth Metro for almost 40 years.

We help our customers to live a great life by living our mission of partnering with people with disabilities and disadvantage to achieve their own goals.

Join a purpose-driven organisation that values growth and personal development and strives to make a difference to the lives of all customers.

Bring your knowledge and experience in Community Services to this Employment Consultant position based in our Merredin office.

Qualifications, Experience and Personal Attributes

• Qualifications in Community Services/Mental Health are highly regarded
• A passion for working with individuals with disability, mental health issues and vulnerabilities
• A positive attitude, creative thinker with strong negotiation skills and intuitive approach
• Amazing professional team player
• Ability to establish and retain a positive rapport with customers, employers, support services and stake holders
• Ability to relate to people from a diverse background
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced Microsoft skills
• A current Driver's Licence
• A current Police Check (or ability to obtain one)
• A current Working with Children Check (or ability to obtain one)
• A current NDIS Workers Screening check (or ability to obtain one

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Coach customers towards job readiness
• Support customers in finding sustainable employment opportunities.
• Work effectively adhering to the National Disability Service Standards
• Assist customers in gaining the skills and confidence needed in becoming work ready.
• Support customers to keep their Social Services Mutual Obligations expectations from Centrelink, where required
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with relevant support services
• Refer customers to support services ensuring a holistic and collaborative goal approach
• Liaise with employers to secure work experience aiming for long-term sustainable employment opportunities for the customers
• Understand the requirements of employment and employer expectations.
• Advocate for both customers and employers achieving an ongoing sustainable employment relationships
• Maintain customer information according to the Disability Service Standards and the organisational requirements

What we offer you:

• A position in a team with a long standing not-for-profit organisation that truly lives its values
• Part-time (22.8 hours per week)
• Salary consistent with Employment Services Officer Grade 2 in the Labour Market Assistance Industry Award plus superannuation.
• Salary Sacrifice options up to $18,550 per year for everyday purchases and entertainment benefits
• A meaningful contribution to our organisation's vision of creating futures and changing lives.
• Collaborative and supportive team and management support
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Additional paid cultural day leave

Why Join Us?

At Essential Personnel, you'll be part of a supportive and professional team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of our customers.

We value your expertise and commitment, and we are committed to providing a supportive, positive and engaging work environment.

If you're passionate and eager to make a difference in a dynamic and innovative organisation, we'd love to hear from youHow to Apply:

If this opportunity aligns with your skills and aspirations, please apply by submitting your resume along with a cover letter addressing the essential criteria outlined above. For enquiries regarding this role, please contact the HR Team at: 

Please note: Shortlisting will commence immediately. We reserve the right to close the position without notice. Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered for employment.

Essential Personnel is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for people with diverse backgrounds and encourages people with different cultural backgrounds, those with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. As a measure to achieve equality and support, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position.