Events of the past few years have changed the landscape for employers, big and small.
Old ways of thinking and approaching employers need to be consigned to history as we explore the new employment paradigm. In 2021, Peter Creticos, writing about the future of work in his co-edited book “The Many Futures of Work”, wrote: Policies that affect the many futures of work need to be informed by the wants, needs, desires, ideas, and opinions shared around kitchen tables and family events, in barbershops and beauty salons, at community gatherings, on shop floors, in places of worship, and offices. In other words, with employers and those that seek to meet their business needs.
The course Navigating the Employment Journey: Employer Perspectives and Practices is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the different aspects of employment, focusing on key stakeholders such as individuals seeking employment, employment consultants, and employers. It also explores how business alliances can foster more robust collaboration between these groups, ultimately creating a more inclusive and effective employment ecosystem. Participants will learn strategies to support job seekers, understand employer needs, and leverage business partnerships for sustainable employment outcomes.
Course Objectives
- Analyse the benefits and opportunities associated with periods of unemployment and how these can be leveraged for personal and professional development.
- Understand the role and responsibilities of employment consultants in guiding and supporting job seekers.
- Gain insights into the perspectives of employers, including their needs, expectations, and the value of inclusive hiring practices.
- Explore how business alliances can be formed to bridge the gap between job seekers and employers, creating mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Develop strategies to create a cohesive employment support system that incorporates the perspectives of all stakeholders.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify the potential benefits of unemployment periods and how to reframe them as opportunities for skill development.
- Articulate the role of employment consultants in supporting job seekers and fostering successful employment outcomes.
- Understand employer expectations and how to align them with job seekers’ skills and aspirations.
- Facilitate stronger partnerships between employment services and businesses through effective business alliances.
- Implement a holistic employment strategy that integrates the roles of job seekers, employment consultants, and employers to support sustainable employment.
This course will give you a new perspective and approach to working with employers to create employment opportunities that meet the needs of business and your clients – true mutuality!
