Refugee & Disability Employment Specialist
On-site · Chermside, Queensland, Australia or Upper Mount Gravatt, Queensland, Australia
Job Summary
Refugee & Disability Employment Specialist role-based in Chermside with occasional work in Upper Mt Gravatt. Lead frontline employment services within the Inclusive Employment Australia program, collaborate with Refugee Disability Employment Advocate and other teams, support referred job seekers to identify goals, overcome barriers using holistic, strengths-based approaches, and deliver job preparation, placement, and on-the-job support. Engage in reverse marketing and job carving with employers to tailor opportunities, provide one-on-one and group support, connect participants to training and coaching, promote workforce readiness, and contribute to sustainable employment outcomes. Emphasis on compliance with mutual obligations, flexible/intensive service streams, and building trust through strong communication and engagement. The role requires strong communication skills, experience in employment services or case management (desirable), digital confidence with Microsoft Office and internal systems, and willingness to support diverse communities including people with disability. Salary packaging and flexible working arrangements are highlighted (e.g., 9-day fortnight for full-time; meal/entertainment benefits); National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check required; Blue Card for Queensland-related work; SSI values and inclusive recruitment practices.
Required Qualifications
- Hold qualifications in Community Services or Mental Health or related fields (highly regarded)
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