Job Description

Real Futures is a majority Aboriginal-owned and staffed company. We provide tailored employment services, Parent Pathways Program (PPP), Remote Australia Employment Services (RAES), Transition to Work (TtW), and Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA), and Indigenous Skills and Employment Program (ISEP) across Australia.

An Employment Specialist's day may consist of the following:

• Business development to increase opportunities for Real Futures
• Build and maintain effective relationships with new and existing employer
• Negotiate and secure guaranteed employment positions for our Aspirants
• Facilitate site visits of aspirants commencing employment
• Assist and prepare aspirants with non-vocational support and skills
• Provide mentoring and support to employers and aspirants
• Data entry, reporting and compliance
• Undertake relevant performance reviews, development and training as required
• Promoting Cultural competence training and support to employers and workplaces

Knowledge/Skills

• Demonstrated experience in Business Development activities
• Knowledge of the local labour market conditions
• Demonstrated ability to connect and provide support to Aboriginal aspirants
• Understanding of Aboriginal people and the issues they face
• Knowledge of relevant government programs and funding opportunities
• Computer literacy - word, excel, CRM and database entry
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of workplace requirements
• Effective time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Well-developed problem-solving skills.
• Tertiary Qualifications in Administration, Human Services, Business, Marketing, Employment Services, or associated fields (Desirable)
• Knowledge and experience of Employment Services System (ESS) (Desirable)
• Case management and job active/employment services experience (Desirable)

Applicants for this position must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, identify as being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, and be accepted in the community as such. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Being a part of the Real Futures team, you will be provided with a wide range of benefits including:

• Personal and professional development opportunities
• Rewarding and supportive culture
• Birthday leave and diversity leave
• Frequent training and support to excel in the role
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Access to novated car leasing
• Engage Wellbeing and Recognition Centre (Move, Munch, Money and Mind)

To be considered you must...

• Have full working rights in Australia
• Have a current driver’s licence and a comprehensively insured vehicle
• Complete an Australia History Criminal Check
• Have a current Working with Children Check or willing to obtain a Working with Children Check before employment
• Ability to work Monday to Friday - 8:30am to 5:00pm
• Please note that people with a criminal record are not automatically barred from applying for this position, rather the relevance will be considered as it applies to our industry.

About AKG:

AKG is an innovative employment services, community, health and education provider, underpinned by a unique partnership model.

Our family of businesses work together to empower individuals and communities, with a particular focus on disadvantaged communities including First Nations, youth and people living with a disability.

We are proud of our 30-year heritage and our achievements. So far, we have helped more than 1 million people to learn, find employment and discover new career opportunities.

At AKG we are empowered by our diversity. AKG are committed to providing a work environment where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. AKG encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures including Australian Defence Force Veterans and their Families, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People, the LGBTQI+ community and people with a disability.

If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process, please contact our talent team via email recruitment@akgaustralia.com.au.

If this role speaks to you and you want to be a part of a high performing and collaborative team as well as the ability to build an amazing career with an organisation that fosters genuine growth and development, please apply today.