Our focus on building a brighter future for Australia’s veterans is as strong as ever, and we’re doing it in surprising and innovative ways! From evidence-based interventions that make a real difference to veterans’ quality of life, to a best-in-breed tech platform that supports and enables veterans through membership, service delivery, and our Sub Branch network.
With Australia’s most successful prize home lottery funding us, you’ll have access to the best technology, skilled co-workers and interesting projects that will allow you the opportunity to grow your career with us.
Plus, you’ll be part of a team making a real difference in the lives of Veterans and their families.
About the Role:
Referred to within RSL Queensland’s Employment Program team as an Employment Consultant you will support ex-defence personnel and/or their Partners to find meaningful and sustainable employment. The work done by this hard-working team has been recognised by the Prime Minister’s Veterans’ Employment Program awards in 2020, 2021 and 2022 for Excellence in Supporting Partner and/or Veteran Employment.
This position is based in our Fortitude Valley office with some work from home flexibility a number of days per week also available. This is a full-time, permanent position.
We are looking for experienced professionals from an Employment Services, Career Development, Occupational Rehabilitation, Injury Management, Talent Acquisition or Recruitment background to join this fast-paced and fun team-oriented environment. Rehabilitation Counselling/Case Management students/new graduates are encouraged to apply.
In this role, you will have the proven ability to:
- Build relationships via phone with clients (Veterans and their family members) to understand their employment aspirations, and work with them to outline transferable skills for the civilian job market
- Use previous recruitment, talent acquisition or employment services experience to determine the appropriate level of job-seeking support services and/or provide referral pathways to vocational providers
- Write customised and professional resumes and cover letters with attention to detail
- Assist with interpreting and responding to key selection criteria and advise on the creation of LinkedIn profiles
- Experience in transition to work programs (including apprenticeships and traineeships),
- Providing pre-employment advice and guidance
- Provide coaching of interview techniques
- Connect clients with suitable employers
- Take a positive, solution-focused approach
- Be mature-minded and proven ability to work independently
Benefits:
We could talk about RSL Queensland’s flexible work arrangements, its fully stocked kitchens and fridges and our Benefits Hub. But the benefits that set us apart include:
- 3 additional leave days, get paid to spend time with your loved ones during those days between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible hours, work from the office or home
- Regular health and wellbeing events
- Paid professional development and individual development plans
- Bespoke leadership training programs
- Social sports teams – touch football, netball, volleyball
- Monthly employee awards and recognition
- Parking Reimbursement
- Paid Parental Leave
- World class IT, Technology and Systems
Some organisations say it, but RSL Queensland really means it – you will truly be working amongst committed, passionate and talented professionals. Every day, you will push the envelope as we work together towards our goal of delivering a bright future and enduring legacy for all veterans and their families.
If this is an opportunity that excites you, please apply via Seek today – please submit your application inclusive of a tailored resume and cover letter addressing the key criteria for the role. Applications will remain open until the position is filled.