Senior Employment Consultant – Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA)

Afford’s employment services are expanding under Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA), and we’re looking for a Senior Employment Consultant to support people with disability to achieve meaningful and sustainable employment outcomes.

This is a hands-on role combining client support, employer engagement, mentoring and team support to help drive strong outcomes across the service.

About the role:

• Support IEA clients to achieve their employment goals and secure sustainable employment
• Build strong relationships with employers and community stakeholders to create employment opportunities
• Provide guidance, mentoring and support to Employment Consultants and the wider ESA team

What you will do:

• Support clients with job searching, resume development, applications, interview preparation and workplace readiness
• Identify barriers to employment and develop practical strategies to help clients achieve their goals
• Build and maintain relationships with employers to develop sustainable employment opportunities
• Provide post-placement and ongoing support to clients and employers
• Manage a caseload as required, including providing coverage during staff absences
• Mentor and support Employment Consultants to achieve service and KPI requirements
• Support the wider ESA team with service delivery and caseload coverage as required
• Promote Afford’s IEA services within the local community and with external stakeholders
• Complete assessments, risk assessments, case notes and reporting in line with IEA and Afford requirements
• Provide guidance and support on IEA compliance, performance and service delivery
• Contribute to team performance, development plans and continuous improvement
• Ensure services are delivered in a person-centred, compliant and high-quality manner

What you will bring:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience, or Certificate III in Disability Services or Individual Support with extensive relevant experience
• Experience working with people with disability in employment services, case management or direct support
• Experience working towards and achieving KPIs and performance targets
• Strong understanding of person-centred practice and disability services
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
• Ability to mentor and support colleagues while working effectively as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Confident using client management systems and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Current Australian C class driver's licence and ability to travel between sites, including interstate travel as required.
• Hold (or be willing to obtain) a current NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWSC) and Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Willingness to complete a National Police Check through Afford’s pre-employment process.

Why join Afford:

• Make a difference – Help people with disability achieve meaningful employment outcomes and greater independence.
• NFP Salary Packaging benefits – Increase your take-home pay with up to $15,900 tax-free plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
• Additional leave benefits – Enjoy bonus leave at each work anniversary and the option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Health and wellbeing – Access discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport and a range of wellbeing initiatives.
• Career development – Grow your skills through ongoing learning, professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Supportive culture – Join a collaborative, values-led team committed to inclusion, continuous improvement and making a positive impact.

More about Afford:

At Afford, we exist to create an inclusive world where human rights are realised, a world where people of all abilities can share in life’s adventure.

We are committed to inclusion, diversity and creating opportunities for people with disability to live the lives they choose. Our people live our values of Kind, Clear, Team and Explore.

To learn more about Afford, visit www.afford.com.au