EMPLOYMENT CLINIC ADVISOR

Position: Employment Clinic Advisor **Program Area: **Employment Service Purpose / Objective ASC’s Employment Service works with people seeking asylum who are looking for support with their employment, training and education goals. The Employment Clinic operates on designated days as a drop-in service with Advisors on hand to support clients with resume and cover letter writing and an introduction to job searching techniques. Reports to: Employment Manager Commitment Period: Minimum 6 months Days and hours required per week: It is requested that Employment Clinic Advisors are able to commit to at least one drop-in session per fortnight. It should not exceed 16 hours per week. Duties & Responsibilities In collaboration with other advisors facilitate the smooth delivery of the employment clinic Support clients who drop into the clinic with:

• Developing resumes and cover letters
• Introduction to job search techniques
• Referral to other ASC services and supports
• Connection to relevant work readiness and training opportunities
• Maintaining relevant records of work with clients

**Selection Criteria **

• Experience in working with people from various backgrounds and cultures
• A sound understanding of issues affecting people seeking asylum in the current Australian context
• An excellent understanding of the Australian job seeking and employment landscape
• Experience with resume, cover letter and application writing
• Intermediate computer skills (confidence in using data collection software and managing Google products)
• Ability to work collaboratively with other team members
• Flexibility and willingness to take on extra tasks as appropriate
• Ability to adhere to policies in relation to code of conduct, boundaries and confidentiality
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

Selection Process: If you are shortlisted for this role, our team will be in touch to discuss the next step in the application process and invite you for an interview.

**General Conditions **

-All ASC staff and volunteers are required to: -Adhere to ASC’s vision, purpose and values -Act at all times in accordance with ASC’s Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policies -Comply with Work, Health and Safety systems -Comply with Incident Management Procedures and Emergency protocols -Demonstrate respectful and welcoming behaviour with all people at ASC in culturally appropriate ways -Support a child-safe organisation by undertaking a NSW Working with Children Check prior to commencement and ensure it is up-to-date