Job Coordinator

EDGE is looking for exceptional people to join our team.

We are creating a new future. A future where people with diverse abilities contribute meaningfully to every part of life. A future where everyone has the opportunity to secure and maintain fulfilling work.

We exist to ensure Western Australian employers experience the power of diversity. Through doing so, more and more job seekers, with diverse abilities, will be given the opportunity to contribute their unique gifts and talents across a variety of sectors, businesses and organisations.

Could EDGE be for you?

We are looking for driven go-getters from a range of backgrounds to work with both employers and job seekers to make this new future a reality.

Are you curious, open-minded and solutions focused? Can you think laterally and make clever connections between unexpected things? Are you passionate about transforming social issues and committed to equality and inclusion? Do you have the ability to inspire others to action?

The Purpose of Your Role

Your role is to support people with diverse abilities to succeed in meaningful long-term employment, ensuring they achieve their own personal employment goals and receive the support they need to do their best work.

What your day will look like…

You will spend your days co-ordinating and providing support to people with a range of disabilities in a variety of employment settings around Perth enabling them to achieve independence and fulfilment in their workplace.

What you’ll need to be good at…

To be successful in this position, you will be an excellent communicator, good at negotiation, administration, delivering training, and have the ability to effectively co-ordinate and empower your clients to achieve their employment goals.

It is important you believe strongly in our vision for the future are a passionate advocate for the power of diversity.

EDGE Perks

You will have the opportunity to self-manage your caseload, rewarded with:

•     A competitive salary
•     Generous performance bonuses of up to $15,000p.a
•     The option of working a 9 day fortnight
•     A fully maintained company car; and
•     Fantastic NFP Salary packaging benefits.

Your EDGE team will be by your side every step of the way.

When applying for a role at EDGE please submit your resume, cover letter and address the following selection criteria:

• Job Co-ordinator
  Supports workers registered with the agency to establish and maintain careers in open employment utilising the job support procedures outlined in the Finding a Job, Keeping a Job manual. Download PDF

People of all backgrounds and abilities are encouraged to apply.

Applications will close on 3 May 2018 at 5pm, and we are looking forward to commencing the interview process as soon as possible, as immediate starts are available. We will respond to successful applications within two weeks of the application deadline.

Applications may be directed to at applications@edge.org.au

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Employer Consultant

EDGE is looking for exceptional people to join our team. 

We are creating a new future. A future where people with diverse abilities contribute meaningfully to every part of life. A future where everyone has the opportunity to secure and maintain fulfilling work.

We exist to ensure Western Australian employers experience the power of diversity. Through doing so, more and more job seekers, with diverse abilities, will be given the opportunity to contribute their unique gifts and talents across a variety of sectors, businesses and organisations.

Could EDGE be for you?

We are looking for driven go-getters from a range of backgrounds to work with both employers and job seekers to make this new future a reality.

Are you curious, open-minded and solutions focused? Can you think laterally and make clever connections between unexpected things? Are you passionate about transforming social issues and committed to equality and inclusion? Do you have the ability to inspire others to action?

The Purpose of Your Role

Through nurturing relationships with a wide range of businesses and job seekers you will apply your communication skills, creativity and intuition to match the right job seeker with the right role within the right organisation.

This self-managed role empowers you to find meaningful and long-term employment for people with disabilities. Equally, it empowers you to give businesses the unique opportunity to experience the power of diversity in the workplace, and the positive impact it has on business results.

What your day will look like…

You will spend your days building and nurturing relationships with a wide range of employers, increasing their awareness of the benefits of a diverse workforce and cleverly matching job roles to our untapped source of incredible talent.

Your unwavering commitment to understanding the needs of both the employer and the employee is what will ensure your success – the experience of the ‘right match’ offering a great sense of fulfillment as you contribute to the transformation of both individual lives and businesses.   

What you’ll need to be good at…

Your performance targets will be achieved through utilising your excellent communication skills – storytelling, negotiating, business development, marketing and planning all being part of your toolkit.

A strong sense of discernment, ability to balance competing demands and desire to connect deeply with both employers and job seekers will be critical to your success. It is important you believe strongly in our vision for the future and are a passionate advocate for the power of diversity.

EDGE Perks

You will have the opportunity to self-manage your caseload, rewarded with:

• A competitive salary
• Generous performance bonuses of up to $15,000p.a
• The option of working a 9 day fortnight
• A fully maintained company car; and
• Fantastic NFP Salary packaging benefits.

You will work with a supportive team, EDGE will be by your side every step of the way.

When applying for this rewarding role please submit a resume, cover note and address the following selection criteria:

• Employer Consultant
  Assists job seekers registered with the agency to locate and secure suitable jobs and promotes the services provided by the agency to potential employers. Download PDF

People of all abilities are encouraged to apply.

Applications will close on 3 May 2018 at 5pm, and we are looking forward to commencing the interview process as soon as possible, as immediate starts are available.

We will respond to successful applications within two weeks of the application deadline.

Applications may be directed to at applications@edge.org.au.

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A list of Selection Criteria for various roles at EDGE can be found below. Please click and review on any of the relevant PDF attachments for more information regarding each role you find suitable. However, for all current vacancies, please visit the Seek Website.

• Job Co-ordinator
  Supports workers registered with the agency to establish and maintain careers in open employment utilising the job support procedures outlined in the Finding a Job, Keeping a Job manual. Download PDF
  
• Employer Consultant
  Assists job seekers registered with the agency to locate and secure suitable jobs and promotes the services provided by the agency to potential employers. Download PDF
• SWoT Program Co-ordinator
  Co-ordinates the SWoT program, assists school students with disabilities to undertake work experience in industry areas that offer future employment opportunities, liaise with school support staff to enhance work experience placements for students and negotiate employment outcomes with host employers. Download PDF
• National Disability Co-ordination Officer
  Co-ordinates the NDCO program in the allocated region in accordance with the Department of Education (DOE – Federal) Program Guidelines, Funding Contract and Schedule. Download PDF
• Customer Relations Advisor
  Assists the Team Leader, Customer Relations to promote EDGE Employment Solutions as a quality disability open employment service and attracts a steady flow of new job seekers to the agency. Download PDF
• Consumer Liaison Officer
  Provides marketing and administrative support to the job search team. Download PDF
• Team Leader – Job Support
  Assists and leads a small team of job co-ordinators, who provide on-the-job training and support to all job seekers who have successfully gained paid employment. Download PDF
• Team Leader – Job Search
  Leads a team of Employer Consultants providing individualised job search activities and support. Download PDF

 

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Curtin Occupational Therapy Placements

EDGE has a long-standing commitment to empowering the next generation of occupational therapists with the practical skills and experience needed to succeed.

 

McCusker Centre for Citizenship

The McCusker Centre for Citizenship at UWA (established in October 2015) is the first of its kind in Australia, modelled on the Haas Centre for Public Service at Stanford University. The Centre aims to foster the engagement of students in a lifelong involvement and contribution to the community.

The Centre works on:

• Creating opportunities for students to contribute to the work of not for profit organisations in WA
• Expand the involvement of not for profit organisations in the University through service learning and research
• Provide leadership and mentoring programs in partnership with the not for profit sector
• Facilitate collaboration, discussion and practical solutions to contemporary challenges by engaging students, academics, alumni, not for profit (NFP) organisations and business

For more information, please see the McCusker Centre for Citizenship

“One thing I love about working for Edge is that I can empower my workers to achieve their career goals and aspire to be exactly who they wish to be through hard work, dedication and commitment.”

Matthew

“The one thing I love about working at EDGE is the diversity of all staff. Everyone has there own individual strengths and are great at using them to help our consumers. For me, diversity in the workplace means accepting everyone for who they are. Everyone deserves a fair go at having meaningful employment.”

Suzi

“EDGE has restored my self-esteem and faith in what I can do, not what I can’t! EDGE staff are so friendly and engaging. They’ve helped me to achieve this goal.”

Maja (12 years service)

“I have been inspired working at EDGE because…for the past 12 years, I have seen the difference one person can make to a life of a person with a disability, through empathy, support and selfless mindset.”

Lee (10 years service)

“Every day is a new challenge with the opportunity to meet, market, network and build relationships with some of the most influential people and companies in WA. ”

Stacey (5 years service)

“I enjoy building relationships with employers and when I need professional development to further improve my skills, EDGE is there to support me. Knowing I am making a difference is very rewarding.”