Employment Consultant

Maxima is a national, not-for-profit community-based organisation with vast experience providing employment and disability support services across Australia. We advocate for an inclusive and diverse workforce and support equal employment and learning opportunities for all Australians.

Over its 35-year history, Maxima has grown to support 70 communities across the nation - with our expanding footprint enabling a significant extension of services to new and existing clients and customers. Maxima’s scope includes Temporary and Permanent Recruitment, Apprenticeships and Traineeships, NDIS and Allied Health Services, First Nations Employment Services and Specialised Employment Services including DES, NDIS and employability training. Our combined offering is one of the most extensive not-for-profit recruitment, training and employment services in Australia, employing 480 staff nationally.

Maxima is driven by a desire to make a real difference and our staff are rewarded every day by the life-changing outcomes we create for our customers.

• Rewarding work making a difference in people's lives
• Supportive working environment that values work life balance
• Participant focused service to achieve sustainable employment

The role:

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our Disability Employment Service (DES) to assist people with disability, injury or ongoing health conditions – to build their skills, experience and confidence – and support them to find meaningful work.

You’ll do this through building relationships with local employers to understand their workforce needs to help match our Customers to the right job, ensuring sustainable, long-term employment. You will work closely with our Customers to identify their career aspirations and assist them to overcome barriers in their journey for employment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a case load of Customers focusing on securing employment through one-on-one appointments and delivering small group workshops to build resilience, motivation, work readiness and social connection
• Determine the relevant service and support requirements of your Customer
• Coach and guide Customers to achieve progression towards and into employment by developing job plans
• Conduct one-on-one appointments and deliver group workshops to build resilience, motivation, work readiness and social connection

This role is a full-time, based in our Capalaba site. 

About you:

You will demonstrate drive and compassion, working closely with our Customers, you will inspire them and remain goal orientated to assist them to retain employment.

• Experience delivering high levels of customer service
• Ability to achieve quality outcomes in line with KPIs
• Ability to engage with the local community to build strong networks
• Experience in case management 
• Knowledge of Disability Employment Services and/or Employment Services (desirable)

You must hold a current driver’s licence, national police check, relevant State/Territory working with children check and NDIS Worker’s Clearance, or be willing to obtain.

Culture and Benefits

At Maxima we distinguish ourselves by offering a supportive working environment. Be welcomed into a culture of continuous improvement and endless learning opportunities.

• High performing, national not-for-profit organisation
• Salary sacrifice options available
• 17.5% leave loading
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid volunteer leave
• Healthy lifestyle initiatives 
• Professional, community-focused and participant-centred team culture
• Continuous training and development
• Reward and recognition program
• Flexible working arrangements 

How to Apply

Click ‘Apply Now’ to complete our online application form and attach a copy of your resume and cover letter. 

Maxima believes in the strength of a diverse workforce. We welcome applicants who have a disability, identify as First Nations, are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or are members of the LGBTQIA+ community. The life experiences of our employees help us build strong relationships with our customers and enables us to deliver services that benefit all members of our community.

If you need an adjustment in the recruitment process, please call 1300 MAXIMA (1300 629 462) or email ***********@maxima.com.au and advise us of your preferred method of communication.