The Work Ready, Release Ready (WRRR) Employment Broker will oversee and drive employer engagement and servicing for the Work Ready, Release Ready Program. The role will be responsible for securing job opportunities for participants of the program, who are transitioning into the community, after being incarcerated. They will also support the successful delivery of the Industry Stream program, within WRRR.

This position will require self-motivation and confidence in undertaking the engagement process and negotiation with generally small and medium employers.

This role is being offered on a full-time ongoing basis based across our Adelaide North sites.

 A current driver’s licence is essential for this role as there will be significant travel required.

You’ll also experience the work/life balance that comes with working a 9 day fortnight, with a dedicated and fixed day off every second week.  You will still receive the remuneration of a full time employee in addition to the ability to salary package.  This challenging role will be a well sought after opportunity so we encourage you to submit your application at your earliest convenience.

About the Role:

Build and manage effective relationships with employers and secure employment opportunities for WRRR participants.

• Target suitable employers who have an Indigenous Employment strategies or social commitment to employing prior offenders and source these vacancies.
• Reverse Marketing, including cold and warm calling of employers and advocating for customers
• Promote and market Workskil Australia’s WRRR program to employers and other key stakeholders.
• Support the Industry Pathway Coordinator to deliver the employer and industry model, required streams and pre-employment programs.
• Support and coordinate the delivery of prison jobs expos, program graduations, meet the employer and other events.
• Working closely with participants individually or in groups to assist with delivering Employability Skills Sessions and job search techniques.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of the labour market within an Employment Region/State, suitable local employers and trends in employment issues that are relevant.
• Ensure administrative requirements are accurate and up to date within reasonable timeframes.
• Provide reports and other information to management as required.
  
  
  

About You:

• Previous Experience within a recruitment, business development or sales role highly regarded
• Proficient in Microsoft office suite with high level administrative and time management skills
• Sound knowledge of local labour market and the needs and expectations of employers.
• Confident with strong interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships with employers and stakeholders
• Results oriented and self-driven
• Culturally competent in engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants, community and organisations
• Hold a current driver's licence
• Have qualifications in Community Services, social sciences with a minimum Certificate IV in a relevant discipline or willingness to obtain with Workskil support

About Workskil Australia

Transforming lives is at the heart of our work

Workskil Australia is a national not-for-profit employment services provider and registered charity committed to building better lives.

For over 40 years, we've helped individuals find work and achieve sustained financial and social self-reliance.

Today, we employ more than 780 staff across 50+ locations, and our commitment to improving lives is stronger than ever. Explore our Vision, Mission and Values

We approach the development of our staff with the same mindset offering, an environment where you can thrive.

Caring Culture

At Workskil Australia, you'll be part of a team that encourages growth and holds the wellbeing of colleagues as paramount.

Diversity & Inclusion

We strive to include and understand different backgrounds and harness all people's unique talents, perspectives and experiences. View our Diversity Statement.

Investing in our Teams

As a not-for-profit, we invest all capital back into the organisation, including supporting the ongoing development and wellbeing of our staff.

Join our caring and supportive team, where great opportunities await those who strive for success.

Remuneration

A competitive salary will be negotiated commensurate with skills and experience. As Workskil Australia is a public benevolent institution, we can also offer a portion of the salary through tax effective salary packaging.

About your Application

 For your application, please include both a cover letter and resume. Your letter should set out why you are the appropriate candidate for the role. For ease of upload, we encourage you to combine these into one file as a pdf or word document.

If you progress in your application for this role Workskil Australia will undertake screening, including medical assessments and police checks to ensure that you can carry out the inherent requirements of this role and that reasonable accommodations can be made. Prior to an offer of employment being made, candidates must provide authority for a Federal Police Clearance and other checks that may be a requirement of the position. To learn more about working at Workskil Australia head to https://www.workskil.com.au/about-us/work-with-us/  

We are actively looking to fill this role and reserve the right to shortlist and interview applicants whilst this advertisement is open so encourage you to submit your application at your earliest opportunity.

Workskil Australia is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer and we particularly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and applicants who have a disability. We deliver a range of employment and community services to children, young people and their families and are committed to creating a safe environment for children and young people in the delivery of these services.