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25.01.2022 Did you know that Workskills is the only Tasmanian not-for-profit jobactive provider? That means that all of our profits go back into helping the local Southern Tasmanian community. Here at Workskills, we are really proud of the impact we have through providing funding and jobseeker support to the Troublesmiths social enterprise. Troublesmiths helps young unemployed Tasmanians gain skills, confidence and connections through making and selling high quality handmade products.... So when you are asked to select a jobactive provider, think of the Tasmanian company helping Tasmanians - Workskills https://www.troublesmiths.com.au/

25.01.2022 Our growing Youth Social Enterprise is looking for a motivated Employment and Business Development Officer to develop and implement growth and sustainability strategies in alignment with KPI’s and the Troublesmiths brand and vision. Candidates should have the right blend of analytical talent and business know-how, with strong knowledge in marketing and promotions.

24.01.2022 Addressing Selection criteria can be tricky. You can use this checklist we have developed to review your document. Once you can check everything off, you should feel confident to submit your application following the directions given by the employer.

23.01.2022 FREE Employment Forums Save the Date. These focussed forums will bring together those who have an interest to see Tasmanians have the best opportunities for employment. Please be in touch if you would like to be involved.

22.01.2022 Launch your career with an entry level traineeship. Workskills is looking to appoint a motivated, enthusiastic individual who is looking for a career opportunity and a future with Workskills. The successful applicant will be willing and able to undertake a Certificate III in Customer Engagement, and provide support to the business as directed, delivering a high standard of service and support to all internal and external clients. If this sounds like you, and you are looking for the perfect entry level position, we would love to hear from you.

22.01.2022 We are looking for a Training and Education Coordinator to join our team. To succeed in this role you will have strong communication and organisational skills and ideally have experience in Skills Training, Education or the Employment Services industry.

20.01.2022 We are looking for a dynamic individual with experience in the employment services or similar community services industry to join us as a Senior Job Search Consultant. You will need the ability to supervise a team of staff and have a strong sense of how to motivate our clients and promote them to employers.

19.01.2022 We are searching for a motivated and inspirational individual who is results driven to join our amazing team as a Job Search Consultant at our Glenorchy site. The key focus of this role is to support, assist and enable job seekers to have the greatest chance of finding meaningful and sustainable employment.

18.01.2022 Have you lost work due to COVID-19? Step 1 to getting through this is to register as a jobseeker. The Australian government has set up several support packages to help but in order to access them and register as a jobseeker, you will need a myGov account.

18.01.2022 We know it can be challenging for some young people to gain secure long-term employment, that's why we're continuing to support Troublesmiths job program which provides training and skills to young Tasmanians.

18.01.2022 Our growing Youth Social Enterprise is looking for a motivated Youth Coach to work alongside young people (YP) to focus on goal setting, responsibility, strengths, aspiration building and tangible employability skills. Candidates should have the skills and ability to help YP realise their potential and achieve their goals.

17.01.2022 Many people think that what they wear or how they appear at an interview doesn’t or shouldn’t matter. It definitely does sometimes as much as what you say! Even if you are being interviewed over Skype, Zoom or Facetime, you should still dress as though you are going to be attending a job interview. If you aren’t sure what is appropriate, we have put together this infographic to help.... For more Interview tips, visit our website http://workskills.org.au

17.01.2022 This great opportunity is an entry level position as a Junior Trainee in the Workskills Ground Up program. Our ‘Ground Up’ program focuses on introducing new people to our business, providing full support and training to ensure they are in the best position to be the leaders of the future. In this exciting position you will work and train as part of our Support Centre Team gaining valuable experience in Employment Services. Our Support Centre is the first point of contact for anyone contacting Workskills, and is one of the most critical in our organisation.

17.01.2022 The Workskills initiative Advanced Job Reach, is aimed at 45 65- year olds and is delivered by Impact Communities, a social impact initiative of the Tasmanian not-for-profit organization, Workskills Inc. The need to provide specialized employment servicers to mature jobseekers seemed clear. A trial was undertaken from August 2019 to February 2020, across three intakes. The first intake was for 12 weeks, with the second and third were 8 weeks each. The targeted amount of participants per intake was 10 14 per intake.

16.01.2022 Check out this video for three key things you can do to help your chances for employment after COVID-19.

16.01.2022 Workskills is looking to appoint a motivated, enthusiastic Administration Officer who is looking for a career opportunity and a future with Workskills. Working with our Employer Servicing Team, you will be at the centre of all things recruitment. If you love meeting new people and working with a high performing team this may be the opportunity you have been waiting for. As part of this role, the successful applicant will provide administrative support to the Employer Servicing team as directed, delivering a high standard of service and support to all internal and external clients. If this sounds like you we would love to hear from you.

16.01.2022 Work45+ is a one-stop information hub with tips for you from job seekers aged over 45 and employers who appreciate your strengths. Employers must not discriminate against a job seeker because of their age.

15.01.2022 A Tasmanian employment program for mature job seekers who are at risk of long-term unemployment is making an impact, its trials have shown. The Advanced Job Reach program supported mature-aged job seekers in southern Tasmania to not only gain necessary work skills but to believe in themselves.

15.01.2022 In a previous post, we gave you a checklist to make sure you are prepared before making any phone enquiries about a job. Today, we want to take you through some bonus tips to make sure the call gives you the best chance of landing the job. https://www.workskills.org.au/bonus-tips-to-land-the-job/

15.01.2022 Do you excel in building and maintaining strong connections with businesses? Are you passionate about helping people reach their potential? Do you have experience researching and identifying new and emerging business opportunities?... We are searching for a motivated and inspirational individual who is results driven to join our amazing team as an Employer Services Officer. The key focus of this role is to build strong connections with employers to match, market and place our job seekers into meaningful and sustainable employment.

15.01.2022 Selection criteria can be tricky. Following the S.T.A.R. method can help.

14.01.2022 We are searching for a motivated individual who is compliance driven to join our amazing team as a Claims Officer. The key focus of this role is to determine available claims, gathering documentary evidence, and developing and nurturing strong relationships to support on-going, sustainable employment outcomes.

14.01.2022 A good looking job application makes all the difference! The way your Resume, cover letter, and application looks could make the difference between whether your application ends up at the top of the pile, or in the bin. Here are 7 simple tips to keep your job search paperwork looking professional and attractive to employers. Visit http://workskills.org.au for more information.

13.01.2022 A cover letter is one of the first opportunities an employer will have to make a judgement about whether you are the right person for their vacancy and their organisation. First impressions are important, so it’s essential that you get your cover letter right. Here are some Dos and Don’ts when you are putting together each cover letter. https://www.workskills.org.au/how-to-create-a-winning-cove/

12.01.2022 A few days ago, we shared information about Networking as part of Step 3 in our four steps to getting a job post-COVID-19. Another part of ‘Step 3 Finding a Job’ is about responding to job ads by phone. Many people are unprepared to do this. Being unprepared can add to your anxiety, and it also means you aren’t likely to make the best impression. Here’s a checklist for you to run through next time before you make that call. You can read more in our ‘Responding to job ads by phone Tip Sheet’.

12.01.2022 Have you lost work due to Covid-19? Last week, we took you through Step 1 towards finding work - register as a jobseeker. Today is Step 2: Update your resume. Here are some tips for what to include in your resume, and what you should leave out. http://www.workskills.org.au/update-your-resume/

10.01.2022 Have you seen our series of tips to help you find work during and after COVID-19? Our team has worked hard to create a really helpful package of information to support you during this tough time. If you haven’t already, visit https://www.workskills.org.au/covid19-resources/ and check out the Tip Sheets and videos.

08.01.2022 Have you ever wanted to completely change your job and try something new? Its a big decision and many people just don’t know where to start. How do you show new employers that you have what it takes to succeed in a completely new industry? If this is you, then join us for this FREE Webinar where we can help you transition into a new career.

07.01.2022 It’s unlikely a job will land in your lap. To find work in a competitive market you have to go out and find it. A simple way is to look online. Some common recruitment sites are: Seek, CareerOne and Jora. For more information download our Tip Sheet https://www.workskills.org.au/to-find-work-in-a-competitiv/

07.01.2022 References are important for the employer to check that what you are claiming is true, but also to find out more about what you are like to work with. Choose your referees carefully, because they can be the last step between you and the job you want. It should be someone who you worked for, or with, in the recent past. Select three people who can speak to different strengths of yours.

06.01.2022 Have you seen our series of tips to help you find work during and after Covid-19? Our team has worked hard to create a really helpful package of information to support you during this tough time. If you haven’t already, visit www.workskills.org.au and check out the Tip Sheets and videos. We cover topics like:... - Resumes - Cover letters - Selection Criteria - Networking - The hidden job market - Responding by phone - What to wear to an interview - How to pick a great referee and much more.

05.01.2022 Can you lead, motivate, coach and inspire a team of people? We are looking for a dynamic individual to manage the day to day operations at one of our largest sites in the Hobart CBD. We have worked hard to make our business simple with three core activities ‘Prepare, Place, Keep’. If you have had great success in the employment service industry we would love to talk to you, or you may come from a similar role, and we would equally like to hear from you. Competitive salary + salary packaging options + fully maintained vehicle

04.01.2022 In times like these, our local community becomes really important. Did you know that Workskills is 100% Tasmanian, and we have been helping the local community find work for over 37 years? Here are some other things you might not know about us: We have 8 sites in Southern Tasmania.... Because we are part of the community we have strong relationships with local employers and training organisations. This means we are experts at helping Tasmanians like you find and keep work. We also run as a not-for-profit, which means that any profits we make we put back into the community in Southern Tasmania. http://www.workskills.org.au

04.01.2022 We are looking for a dynamic individual to manage the day to day operations at one of our largest sites in the greater Hobart area. We have worked hard to make our business simple with three core activities ‘Prepare, Place, Keep’. If you have had great success in the employment service industry we would love to talk to you, or you may come from a similar role, and we would equally like to hear from you.

02.01.2022 In Tasmania many people are hired through ‘the hidden job market’. This means that most jobs aren’t advertised, but are filled by word of mouth or personal recommendation. As the saying goes, it’s all about who you know.

02.01.2022 We are looking for an Information Security Officer (ISO) to join our team. As an ISO you will have a strong background in working with accreditation and quality management systems. The purpose of the Information Security Officer is to work in conjunction with the Contract Compliance Manager and Accreditation Coordinator, to bring the organisations information security risks under management control through the Information Security Management System.