ADF Career Transition and Assistance Scheme (CTAS)

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IPAR has been successfully appointed to the panel to provide Career Transition and Assistance Scheme (CTAS) services for the Australian Defence Force.

IPAR’s extensive experience in assisting individuals who are seeking new employment was key to our appointment. Over the past year alone, IPAR has assisted over 2,000 individuals in the job seeking process, including those working in military and paramilitary organisations and the Australian Public Service. Another factor was our extensive, national office network, which means that the vast majority of CTAS services from IPAR will be delivered face-to-face, in an established IPAR office.

In anticipation of the panel commencement, IPAR has been working closely with the ADF to ensure the right internal processes are in place to deliver a client-centred and quality service for ADF members, enabling us to identify their needs and assist them in the transition to the next chapter of their career and lives. IPAR consultants have participated in training so they understand the ‘ADF way’ and the unique challenges faced by members as they move through the transition from military to non-military life. We have also designated ADF CTAS Account Managers and Subject Matters Experts across Australia, so each ADF member can be assured that our consultants are trained and supported by either an ex ADF member (who is employed by IPAR) or a staff member who has extensive experience working with military personnel.

IPAR understands that some members require assistance in multiple areas, therefore our services are tailored and unique to each individual. Services can include developing a career transition plan, job search assistance and advice, CV preparation, interview upskilling and practise, and learning how to translate their skills and qualifications to the civilian world.

For further information on CTAS services from IPAR, please refer to ADF Career Transition Services or email adftransition@ipar.com.au.

 

Expansion underway in WA

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We are excited to announce our first expansion into regional Western Australia, with the imminent opening of our Albany office.

Responding to the needs of our customers, the Albany office will supply much needed local injury prevention and workplace rehabilitation services. We are especially delighted that Katika Adams, Senior Consultant from our Perth office, will be leading our expansion into the area after taking up the position of Branch Manager.

An Accredited Exercise Physiologist, who has previously worked in Albany and already has a solid local knowledge, Katika is experienced in physical and psychological return to work services and has achieved great results working on Comcare files, Workcover WA files and life insurance cases.

Services provided from Albany will include:

  • Return to Work services
    same employer and different employer, physical and psychological
  • Injury prevention services
    including our Strong4Life™ workforce training programs for manual handling,
    office ergonomics and psychological health
  • Ergonomic assessments and functional capacity evaluations
  • Pre-employment assessments and Jobfit exercise programs

To find out more about IPAR Albany, please contact Katika Adams at kadams@ipar.com.au

Secondment Opportunities at IPAR

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One of the biggest advantages of IPAR’s national footprint is the career opportunities that it provides to our team members. Danny Lucas, from our Melbourne New Employer Services team, has taken up such an opportunity, seconding to our Darwin office for a 6 month stint, which has now extended to 12 months.

“As soon as the recruitment team posted the secondment I thought ‘that’s for me’ and started day dreaming about the top end. I’d never been to Darwin before and had heard so much about it, I had to experience it for myself. Here was the perfect opportunity.”

Danny made a smooth transition from the large Melbourne team to the smaller Darwin one, where he is a new employer consultant in the branch.

“I’ve enjoyed being more hands-on across the board – developing my skills in NT legislation, sourcing host employment opportunities for my clients, and building the IPAR brand through business development with our customers.”

Danny selected his temporary apartment based on the views and facilities. Conveniently, the IPAR office relocated into the very same building shortly after, so it’s now a less-than-1-minute commute to work.

Other highlights for Danny have been experiencing Kakadu and Arnhem Land for the first time by air and then by river cruise, seeing the Darwin markets and the variety on offer, and learning more about Aboriginal awareness, culture and history.

“Seeing the top end is something everyone should do, it really takes your breath away how vast Australia is. I would recommend a secondment to everyone, the experiences and skills give a new perspective and such a boost on every level, both work wise and personally. And with the ability to return home on a regular basis it means I don’t get too home sick. Really you just need a supportive partner, a good phone plan, and get used to spending a bit of time in airports.”

IPAR Geelong Breakfast Forum

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Employers and agents in the Geelong area joined IPAR staff for an informative breakfast forum on Tuesday 19th April.

Over a hearty breakfast, our guests listened to a presentation from Dorothy Frost – Manager, Research and Innovation, IPAR. The topic, ‘the impact of compensation schemes on health and returning to work’, provided a critical look at the difference in behaviour, function, recovery and RTW timeframes of compensable vs non-compensable injuries.

For a copy of the presentation, or to register your interest for our next forum, please email kresnik@ipar.com.au.

New Year, New Career Opportunities

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Thinking of a new career opportunity in 2016? Think IPAR!

Due to our ongoing growth, we have a number of exiting career opportunities right across the country, from Shepparton to Darwin, Central Coast to Canberra, Penrith to Brisbane. The roles are also just as varied. We’re looking for Vocational Specialists, Job Placement Specialists, Team Leaders, and Psychologists (just to name a few!)

Check out all our current vacancies and if you would like to talk about your next career move, drop a line to our friendly recruitment team at careers@ipar.com.au. You can also read up about the fantastic employee benefits that the team at IPAR enjoys.