Job title
Employment Coach
Location
South Morang & Keilor East
Employment Type
Part-time
About the Role
We are looking for Employment Coaches to support young people aged 15-22 explore their strengths, build real‐world skills, and gain meaningful work experience.
You will provide tailored employment supports to empower young people to achieve their vocational goals and build sustainable career pathways.
You'll work alongside our interdisciplinary youth therapy teams to help adolescents and young adults explore work, build new skills, and shape their future with confidence.
As an Employment Coach at Everyday Independence, no two days will be the same.
Responsibilities
* Work in diverse settings, from homes and schools to workplaces, vocational and community settings, and Everyday Independence hubs.
* Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team of passionate employment coaches, allied health professionals, and other youth-focused practitioners.
* Deliver tailored, hands‐on employment supports to a small group of participants, ensuring a highly consultative and responsive approach to individual needs.
* Facilitate workplace integration by providing on‐site support once employment commences, helping participants adjust and thrive in their roles.
* Collaborate with employers to offer consultation and support, promoting inclusive practices and sustainable employment outcomes.
* Build meaningful relationships with participants and their supports (family, carers, friends).
* Attend weekly team meetings in the Hub, sharing stories of impact, coffee, and laughs.
Qualifications
* Flexibility to travel as required to support service delivery and participant engagement.
* Availability to work Monday to Friday, between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
* Strong communication skills and a team player.
* Commitment to personal and professional growth.
* Valid driver's license.
* NDIS Workers Screening Check.
* Working with Children Check.
* Experience working in NDIS / disability settings.
Benefits
* Continuous learning: Guidance and support provided by industry‐leading allied health professionals.
* Opportunities for growth: Explore clinical, mentoring/education, or operational leadership career pathways.
* Supportive environment: Work in a supportive, interdisciplinary environment collaborating with experts in the field.
* Everyday perks: pet‐friendly hubs, in‐house career coaching, professional development budget, wellbeing days, paid parental leave, regular social events, and access to confidential counselling services through the Employee Assistance Program.
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