Employment Consultant

The Salvation Army Australia

Employment Consultant assisting job seekers in overcoming barriers to work with the Salvation Army. Manage caseload and help participants secure sustainable employment outcomes in a supportive environment.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeBraddon • 🇦🇺 AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities and resilience while managing a high-volume caseload of job seekers. Effectively engages with participants to identify barriers and secure sustainable employment outcomes through clear communication and interpersonal skills.

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Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsExperience Achieving Business KPIsMS Office Proficiency

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Soft Skills

AdaptabilityResilience

Certifications & Qualifications

Working With Children Check

Industry Keywords

Job SeekersSustainable EmploymentReverse MarketingBarriers to EmploymentWorkforce Readiness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a high-volume caseload of job seekers
Actively engage with 'work ready' job seekers to secure sustainable employment outcomes including reverse marketing to employers
Clearly identify and address barriers preventing jobseekers from being job ready
Provide participants with the tools and confidence to enter the workforce
Apply strong problem-solving skills and resilience to maximise employment outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to think on your feet and adapt to challenging situations and an ever-changing environment
Demonstrated experience in achieving and exceeding business KPI's and targets
Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office is essential
A current Working with Children Check or relevant state equivalent is a mandatory requirement for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

An opportunity for a 9-day fortnight or an accrued day off every 4 weeks
Enjoy generous tax-free salary packaging benefits
Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
Employee Assistance Program
Ongoing training and development