Senior Employment Mentor - Blacktown

Full-time ongoing position, based at Blacktown
Annual salary is $78,066 + 11% super
Other benefits include:
Regular performance feedback and performance review process
Supportive environment and caring work culture with work/life balance
Cultural Diversity
Salary packaging (Full FBT employer) including: superannuation, Novated Leases, laptops, mobile phones, professional development, subscriptions and memberships, and briefcases
Flare Employee Discounts Program
17.5% Annual Leave Loading
Flexible Working Arrangements where it meets operational requirements
About the role:We are seeking applications for a Senior Employment Mentor position at our Blacktown location. If successful, you will be responsible for:
engaging, assessing and assisting clients with gaining sustainable ongoing employment within an appropriate time-frame, by referring them to suitable activities and vacancies;
monitoring and reviewing clients' compliance requirements; and
assisting the Service Delivery Manager (SDM) and Senior Manager (SM) to ensure the successful delivery of employment services by monitoring and overseeing the efficient and effective day to day operations of employment services, employees and resources at the Blacktown site as required
To be considered for this role, you will be able to demonstrate the following key selection criteria:
Minimum of 2 years' relevant experience in a similar position
A current Working with Children Check (Employee) for NSW
A current valid Driver Licence for NSW is desirable
bility to effectively coordinate day-to-day activities at a service delivery site
Proven analytical and problem solving skills and a proactive approach to seeking solutions
Strong time management, organisational and well developed computer skills (including intermediate Microsoft Office skills)
Knowledge of the labour market & programs
Proven ability to motivate clients, and advocate on their behalf
Ability to build rapport & conduct objective assessment of the clients' skills & abilities
Exceptional customer service skills
Proven ability to multi-task and prioritise tasks and maintain attention to detail
Strong communication skills (verbal, written and numerical)
Proficiency in compliance and adherence to policy, procedures and guidelines
Applications for this position will be accepted up to 10 PM on Friday, 15 March 2024.
To apply for this position please submit:
Your current resume
Cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined above
AMES Australia is a statutory authority which specialises in the delivery of education, training, employment, settlement and community services to a culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) client base.AMES Australia is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
AMES Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. All offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory police check and provision of a current Working with Children Check (where required for position).AMES Australia's Values are: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership, Human Rights