Community Engagement Consultant - Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA)
MTC FutureReady is an independent social enterprise focused on empowering people from all backgrounds to improve their skills and employment prospects.
Our training programs, employment services and support enable over 20,000 people each year across New South Wales, Queensland and the ACT to gain confidence and opportunities.
About the Role
Following our recent success in securing the Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) tender, MTC is looking for a driven Community Advocate to join our Employment Services team on a full‑time basis, servicing Liverpool ESA.
Reporting to the Regional Manager, the Community Advocate will build and maintain strong networks with local community organisations and support services to provide tailored and individualised support to IEA participants. The role will focus on connecting participants with services that address non‑vocational barriers to sustainable employment.
* Networking and building strong relationships with local external support and community services such as NDIS providers, medical practitioners and wellbeing organisations.
* Promoting the benefits of inclusive employment through direct promotion, business development and attending community events.
* Collaborating with referral partners and stakeholders to generate new participant referrals and support the onboarding process of participants joining MTC.
* Facilitating workshops and group sessions to engage and educate participants and stakeholders.
* Building rapport and understanding of participants’ goals, progress and circumstances and connecting them with their practitioner.
* Connecting participants to services that address identified barriers, such as community organisations, support programs, allied health providers, medical professionals and educational organisations.
* Maintaining and updating documentation of referral details, communications and appointments.
* Other duties as required.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will have:
* Lived experience or relevant experience supporting people with disability.
* Qualifications in employment of disability services highly regarded.
* Passion for inclusive employment and supporting people with disability.
* Demonstrated understanding of the local labour market and employer needs.
* Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to manage challenging behaviours.
* Clear and adaptable communication skills.
* Effective time management and prioritisation skills.
* Cultural competence and the ability to work effectively with diverse communities.
* A valid, unrestricted driver’s licence.
Why Choose Us
We are an equal‑opportunity employer and work in a diverse and inclusive environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with lived experience of disability are strongly encouraged to apply. We welcome reasonable adjustments to help you succeed.
We offer benefits including salary packaging, retail discounts, employee assistance, flexible working arrangements, paid parental leave and more.
* Salary packaging (including meal and entertainment benefits) which means more in your take‑home pay and novated leasing options.
* Access to retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits.
* ME Days providing an opportunity to focus on your wellbeing and spend time with friends and family.
* Career growth and development opportunities including comprehensive on‑the‑job training.
* Recognition and reward scheme including regular peer‑nominated awards.
* Employee Assistance Program with access to free confidential counselling.
* Free flu vaccinations and other health and wellbeing initiatives.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Paid parental leave.
How to apply
Applications are reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible with a resume and cover letter. You will be required to undergo a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and maintain a valid Working with Children Check (funded by you). You will also need to set up a myID account to access Department of Social Services systems.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Customer Service, Management, and Marketing
Industries
* Non‑profit Organizations
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