New Employment Services Consultant

• Join KINNECT: renowned 'Great Place to Work'.
• Competitive Salary & Incentives for quality service.
• Supportive, highly skilled & happy team based in South Melbourne.

Join KINNECT in empowering workers through personalised career counselling and job placement support to make a real difference in their return-to-work journey!

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated New Employment Services Consultant to join our team in South Melbourne. The primary responsibility of the Consultant will be to provide personalised support and career counsel to workers, empowering them to find New Employment opportunities and successfully reintegrate into the workforce.

Career Counselling: Provide personalised career counselling sessions to workers, assessing their skills, interests, and aspirations to identify suitable employment opportunities.

Job Placement: Assist workers in exploring job options, searching for suitable vacancies, and preparing job applications, resumes, and cover letters tailored to their abilities and experience.

Skill Development: Assisting workers in enhancing their employability through the refinement of resume writing, interview techniques, and job search strategies.

Employer Liaison: Establish and maintain positive relationships with employers to promote job opportunities for workers, advocating for inclusive hiring practices and facilitating job placements.

Case Management: Manage a caseload of workers, maintaining accurate records of their progress, employment outcomes, and communication with stakeholders.

Support Services: Coordinate and / or complete additional support services as needed, such as retraining, vocational assessments and workplace accommodations to facilitate successful employment transitions.

Collaboration: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including healthcare professionals, rehabilitation specialists, and insurance providers, to ensure a holistic approach to the workers recovery and return to work.

Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and legislative changes related to workplace rehabilitation and incorporate new knowledge and techniques into service delivery.

Established in 1996, KINNECT is an Australian-owned company dedicated to Occupational Health and Workplace Rehabilitation services. Guided by our core values, we aim to create healthy, safe, and productive workplaces whilst being guided by our core values of creating sustainable value and supporting happy, highly skilled people.

Growth and Development Opportunities: Access to continuous learning and development to help you reach your full potential including an Emerging Leaders Program.

Perks: Competitive salary and incentive package, flexible working arrangements, monthly performance-based incentives, paid birthday off work, paid parental leave, discounted health insurance, salary sacrificing and ability to purchase extra annual leave.

Dynamic Work Culture: A vibrant and open-door approach where ideas are valued, and individual contributions are recognised.

Variety and Challenge: No two days are alike in this role. Providing opportunities to tackle a diverse range of challenges and apply your expertise in fresh and exciting ways.

• Current registration with AHPRA/ESSA/ ASORC/RCAA is essential.
• Minimum two years’ experience working within the WorkSafe Victoria compensation scheme, specialising in either Workplace Rehabilitation or Claims Management.
• Previous experience in vocational counselling, career coaching, or Employment Services.
• Strong understanding of vocational assessment tools, and employment market trends.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency in report writing skill.

If this opportunity resonates with you, don't hesitate to apply now! For further details, contact us at *******@kinnect.com.au.

Please note: This position is directly sourced by KINNECT. Agency inquiries are kindly declined.