Number of Positions Available: 1
ABOUT US
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities.
We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better.
It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference.
From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
We're looking for a Permanent Full Time Employment Consultant to join our Workforce Australia team in Mt Druitt.
The Salvation Army actively supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through our partnership with Reconciliation Australia, an active Reconciliation Action Plan, and an embedded Cultural Competency and Capability Framework.
We are committed to creating a culturally safe and welcoming workplace and offer additional support through our Burra Burra Support Network and virtual yarning circles.
Looking for a role where you can grow, feel supported, and make a genuine impact?
At Employment Plus, you'll help people build confidence, overcome barriers, and achieve sustainable employment outcomes.
Based at our Mt Druitt site, you'll provide quality engagement with local First Nations People helping build confidence, skills and job readiness.
This is an identified position and is open only to people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.
The Salvation Army considers Aboriginality and/or Torres Strait Islander identity a genuine occupational requirement under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act **** (NSW).
What you'll be doing
Manage a high-volume caseload of job seekers
Engage and motivate participants to achieve sustainable employment outcomes
Reverse market suitable candidates to employers
Identify and address barriers to employment
Build participants' confidence, skills and job readiness




Use strong problem‐solving skills to achieve positive outcomes
About you
You enjoy working with people and making a positive impact.
You are an experienced Employment Consultant looking to join a values-driven organisation or you may be someone with strong customer engagement and administrative skills ready for a meaningful career change.
You will possess a demonstrated understanding of the history and challenges impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Experience working in a specialist role within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community is advantage but not essential.
If you're organised, resilient, a strong communicator and able to build rapport quickly, you'll thrive in this role.
A current driver's licence is required for this position.
What we offer
As an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employee, you can join our Burra Burra Network, connect regularly with our Salvation Army Territorial Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Team, have access to Sorry Business leave, and a dedicated Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander EAP Service.
As an employee of The Salvation Army, you are also entitled to benefits such as:
Attractive Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
Prospect to work your fulltime hours across a 9‐day fortnight or accrue a monthly RDO
Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development
Discounted fitness memberships, health insurance and retail offers
Purchased leave options and Access to 12 weeks paid parental leave




Up to 5 days paid Salvos volunteering leave
Free counselling and wellbeing initiatives
Long‐term career pathways across Employment Plus and the wider Salvation Army network
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people.
We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions.
We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm.
All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check or relevant state equivalent.
Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check.
Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.
Location and Contract
Location: Mt Druitt
Contract type: Permanent Full Time
Working hours: fulltime hours across a 9‐day fortnight or accrue a monthly RDO
Salary: Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
Paid leave: 12 weeks paid parental leave, Up to 5 days paid Salvos volunteering leave, 9‐day fortnight RDO, Purchasable leave options, Sorry Business leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.
Benefits: Discounted fitness memberships, health insurance and retail offers, Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development, Free counselling and wellbeing initiatives, Long‐term career pathways across Employment Plus and the wider Salvation Army network.
Driver's licence required.
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📌 Employment Consultant (First Nations Identified Role) (New South Wales)
🏢 The Salvation Army
📍 New South Wales