Employment Consultant
Location: Orange
Salary: Up to $72,500 (Salary Sacrifice $16,000 Per Annum)
Business Unit: Employment Services
Reports To: Leader, Employment Services

Role Overview

We are seeking dedicated and motivated Job Placement Consultants to join our Employment Services team. In this role, you will support job seekers across a range of programs, helping them overcome barriers, build confidence and progress into sustainable employment.
You will work closely with employers, community organisations and internal teams to create meaningful opportunities, while providing tailored, strengths‑based support to each participant. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about empowering people and contributing to positive community outcomes.
Key Responsibilities

Participant Support & Case Management

- Provide one‑to‑one support to job seekers to help them achieve identified goals.
- Develop personalised plans, setting both short‑ and long‑term objectives.
- Mentor, motivate and empower participants to build on strengths and work towards employment.
- Coordinate and monitor participation in program activities to ensure progress.
- Prepare reports for leadership and program requirements.
- Complete and maintain all required documentation and funding records.
- Deliver post‑placement support to help participants sustain employment.

Employer & Industry Engagement

- Assess local and regional labour market conditions to identify opportunities.
- Build strong relationships with employers, industry partners and training providers.
- Conduct face‑to‑face employer engagement to create job placements.
- Undertake reverse marketing and sales activities to promote job seekers.
- Support employers and job seekers on‑site or off‑site, resolving issues as needed.
- Identify and initiate Work for the Dole activities, including risk assessments and inductions.

Community & Stakeholder Collaboration





- Network with community organisations and support services to build referral pathways.
- Identify non‑vocational support needs and connect job seekers to appropriate services.
- Maintain effective communication with internal teams and other business units.

Compliance, Reporting & Performance

- Ensure all activities comply with program guidelines and organisational policies.
- Work towards performance targets in a supportive, outcomes‑focused environment.
- Apply knowledge of local labour markets, business operations and education pathways to support job seekers.
- Contribute to a safe, inclusive and accountable workplace.

About You - Essential Criteria
Skills & Knowledge

- Solid written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build rapport and maintain effective working relationships.
- Business development, marketing and networking capability.
- Ability to support, empower and motivate clients.
- Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.
- Problem‑solving skills and sound judgement.
- Competence in administration, reporting and MS Office applications.
- Understanding of barriers affecting job seekers and local labour markets.
- Knowledge of privacy and confidentiality requirements.
- Experience working towards performance targets.

Qualifications & Requirements

- Current C‑class driver's licence.
- Satisfactory Australian Criminal History Check.
- Current NSW Working with Children Check.

Personal Qualities

- Collaborative and able to work effectively across teams and stakeholders.
- Excellent communication and active listening skills.
- Reliable, committed and able to maintain professional boundaries.
- Resilient, positive and able to perform under pressure.
- Able to build trust and support people from diverse backgrounds.

Desirable Criteria
Skills & Experience

- Previous experience in the Employment Services sector.

Qualifications

- Certificate or Diploma in Employment Services, Community Services, Youth Work or Social Services.

Benefits:

- Extended annual leave
- Paid volunteer leave
- Salary packaging

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