Job description
About Act for Kids
Act for Kids is a prominent provider of prevention, professional therapy and support services for children who have suffered abuse and support for families at risk. With over 25 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years. Through prevention, treatment, research, education and advocacy, we are committed to helping keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives.
Why Join Act for Kids?
The Act for Kids team is a community of shared values. We are a team that is Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative.
- Inclusive Employer 2023-2024 named by Diversity Council Australia.
- Employer of Choice awarded in 2019, categories including Health/Wellbeing; Leadership; + Work-Life Balance.
- Fitness Passport including discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
- Above-award leave provisions including additional parental, study, wellbeing, exam, and pet leave.
- Professional Development via our annual development fund as well as ongoing structured support.
- Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling support, and health and wellbeing portals.
- Salary packaging increasing your take home pay with up to $15,900 per year tax free + an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment.
About the Position
We are looking to welcome a HR Advisor – Talent and Capability to drive the implementation of talent acquisition, employee experience, retention, and workforce capability strategies for our social enterprises.
- Full time position.
- $95,000 + Super + Salary sacrifice.
Key Responsibilities
- Talent Acquisition – Develop and implement innovative talent acquisition strategies, create engaging advertising materials, and build relationships with educational institutions and industry networks.
- Employee Engagement and Retention – Collaborate with the People and Culture team to enhance workplace culture and improve employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Workforce Development – Execute workforce development initiatives to enhance capability, foster growth, and facilitate succession planning.
You can read our full position description here under the relevant vacancy
About You
- Tertiary qualification in human resources, organisational behaviour, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar HR role, with a strong background in talent acquisition, employee engagement, and workforce capability development.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders, providing expert HR advice to senior leaders and managers.
Other Requirements
- Eligibility for a Working with Children Check or professional exemption.
- Current driver’s licence.
- Willingness to undergo and pass a Child Safety Personal History Screening Check (LCS2).
- Legally able work in Australia (proof of eligibility will be requested).
- Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical exemption.
- Willingness to travel to various Act for Kids and Youthrive locations as required.
About Applying
- Job applications will be reviewed as soon as submitted. Please click on ‘Apply Now’ to submit an application.
- We welcome you to share any support or adjustments you need to enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process. If you have questions or concerns, please speak with the contact person before or during your application. Your information will remain confidential.
For more information about the role, contact Thomas McIntyre on 0429 863 995 or [email protected] using the subject line: Talent and Capability Advisor – Milton enquiry via EthicalJobs.
A position description is attached.