Career Advisor, Skills Checkpoint for Older Workers The BUSY Group

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our vision is to have more people in jobs, more people learning new skills, and more communities exposed to positive change, in partnership with employers and industry.
 
About BUSY…
BUSY At Work is a not-for-profit organisation providing apprenticeship, employment and community programs. We have over 40 years’ experience providing skilling solutions and services to businesses, workers and job seekers. BUSY At Work provide a wide range of services including recruitment and apprenticeship support services, employment and community services.
 
Our team is expanding Nationally! Join us in supporting eligible mature aged workers to access support and guidance in their career. 

  • Positive, collaborative culture
  • Immediate start, Hybrid working arrangements (Working from Home and some time spent working from the office when required)
  • Full time, fixed term role based in NSW, Sydney

A bit about you…
  

  • Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with participants, employers and otherYou thrive in a busy environment and have a positive approach to your work
  • Have previous experience in a careers advisory role is essential, preferably including skills with older workers
  • Your well-developed interpersonal skills (including building rapport, listening and interviewing), and ability to research and write clear Career Plans;
  • Your strong client focus and desire to be a part of a service organisation is key to the success the work you do
  • Demonstrated experience with managing competing priorities, working with multiple stakeholders to deliver quality outcomes within tight timeframes.

 
This role is being offered on a full-time fixed-term contract until June 2024, based in NSW, Sydney.
 
A bit about your experience and quals…

  • You will hold (or are willing to obtain) a certificate IV in Career Development or equivalent qualification.
  • Proven experience in career planning and advice with an understanding of VET pathways (essential)
  • KPI and performance driven
  • Experience in assisting older workers with employment and training advice
  • You hold a current open driver’s licence 

https://www.busyatwork.com.au/get-know-us/careers-at-busy/
 
What’s in it for you…
You will have the opportunity to work with an organisation that makes a difference in the community.  You will get the chance to actively participate and support in an inclusive culture, acting with integrity, across The BUSY Group.
 
We are an industry leader, who actually lives our values.  You would be joining a diverse, strong, successful and innovative organisation who meets its mission by changing people’s lives.
 
BUSY Benefits…

  • Competitive, above award salary
  • Generous Bonus incentive plans
  • Flexible and Hybrid work options
  • Training and Professional development commitment
  • Career progression and internal transfer opportunities
  • BUSY Benefits program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tools of the trade to support your individual role

 
How to apply…
Our preferred method of application is on the BUSY At Work website: 
https://www.busyatwork.com.au/get-know-us/careers-at-busy/  
 
Candidate care is important to us, so you will hear from us at some stage in the process, either via phone or email.
 
The BUSY Group is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
 
This position is subject to obtaining a Criminal History and Working with Children Check.
 
If you don’t have a current blue card, to avoid delays, we suggest you complete an online application at the link below, selecting jobseeker:
https://www.qld.gov.au/law/laws-regulated-industries-and-accountability/queensland-laws-and-regulations/regulated-industries-and-licensing/blue-card/applications/apply
 
The BUSY Group is an organisation that puts the best interest of children and young people first by adhering to the Child Safety Organisation National Principles.

JOB SUMMARY

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The BUSY Group

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