Description:
Who is are-able?
At are-able, we recognise the unique strengths and perspectives that each person brings.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace — where ideas thrive, innovation grows, and people feel valued. Our organisation champions meaningful impact, professional growth, and a healthy balance between work and family.
With over 30 years of deep community connection, we continue to transform lives and foster opportunities. We are driven by our mission to do more for more people in more communities. We break barriers, challenge stereotypes, and create an environment where everyone’s abilities are not only recognised but nurtured.
Why choose to work with are-able?
are-able is proud to be a Winner of the Australian Business Award for Employer of Choice. We foster a positive, high performing team culture built on respect, empathy, integrity and innovation. We seek passionate individuals who are driven to make a real difference in people's lives.
In return for your valued contribution, we offer:
- A family-friendly organisational culture with true work-life balance
- Attractive salary packaging to maximise your take home pay
- Me Days and bonus Christmas leave - additional leave days each year
Join us and be part of a team making a real impact in communities across Australia.
About the role
The role of Training & Engagement Officer is suited to someone who thrives when teaching and mentoring others and who has a sound knowledge of the employment services industry. The Training & Engagement Officer will deliver the Workforce Australia Employability Skills Training (EST) program to enhance the work readiness of its participants.
At are-able, we are dedicated to creating opportunities for inclusiveness in communities. We are looking for a passionate and motivate Training & Engagement Officer to join our team and deliver the Workforce Australia Career Transition Assistance (CTA) Program.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver the CTA program to enhance participants' work readiness
- Enter available CTA courses into the Employment Support Services (ESS) and ensure they are regularly available
- Conduct pre-commencement Initial Meetings and Career Pathway Assessments for participants
- Develop Career Pathway Plans in collaboration with participants
- Assist participants with job applications, cover letters and selection criteria
- Develop professional resumes tailored to relevant industries
- Identify local labour market opportunities for participants
- Plan and organise Industry Experiences, including employer visits
- Conduct final assessments and exit participants from the CTA program
- Report course updates and cancellations to the Program Manager
- Achieve KPI targets and maintain accurate records
- Ensure compliance with Career Transition Assistant Guidelines
You will receive full training to help you gain all the knowledge required to become a Training & Engagement Officer, however there are a few skills that are important:
- A minimum of 12 months' experience in Transition to Work, jobactive, or Disability Employment Services (essential)
- Experience conducting group learning, information and training sessions
- Understanding of diverse teaching and learning styles
- Knowledge of the employment services industry including the labour market
- Proven success in achieving education and employment outcomes
- Excellent customer services skills and motivational personality
- Ability to liaise with stakeholders and coordinate work placements
- Results driven with strong administrational skills
- Cultural competency and commitment to workplace diversity
The Feel-Good Parts
If you've read this far then you already know that are-able is a community-focused not-for-profit organisation, but what does that mean?
At are-able, the profits the organisation generates go back into the communities we serve. We give back through the are-able Foundation, donations and sponsorships, we genuinely believe in supporting our community. Since the beginning of the are-able Foundation in 2004, we have given back over one million dollars to various groups.
Are-able is also a values-driven organisation, led by the following values:
Integrity - Our clients trust us. We owe them honesty and transparency. Every person who comes to are-able deserves to be treated in a fair and equitable way. We're accountable for our actions and we follow them through.
Respect - Each person we work with is worthy and should be seen in a unique context. Diversity shows us new ways to build on a person's strength.
Empathy - Everyone experiences life differently. Relating to each other helps us understand someone else's perspective so we can create solutions for individuals.
Innovation - How can we make someone's life better? Using new ideas can solve challenges of all sizes and levels. A little innovation might have a big impact for a client.
Are-able supports an inclusive approach in the workplace and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, and queer (LGBTIQ+) people.
To obtain a Position Description, please click on the link on our careers page, or for more information contact Julianne Runnalls - Site Manager on 0400 179 053 .