OverviewJoin to apply for the Job Coach role at UnitingCare Queensland.Job Coach | Project Search – Permanent Full Time, Ipswich.Remuneration: $44.58 p/hr + Super + NFP Salary Packaging (save tax and increase your take home pay).
Make a meaningful difference with UnitingCare Queensland.
Our FaDS (Family and Disability Services) team work across Queensland to support crisis response, protection of vulnerable people and children, financial resilience and family wellbeing.Your part in our UnitingCare teamThe Job Coach is responsible for supporting the achievement of high quality employment outcomes for young people with a disability through delivery of UnitingCare's Project SEARCH Transition-to-Work Program.RoleThe Project SEARCH program is a unique, business-led, one-year employment preparation program that takes place entirely at a Host Workplace.
This role will see you:
Develop effective networks and partnerships with Project SEARCH stakeholders to support quality client outcomes
Collaborate with the leadership team and host sites to develop internships that teach Interns marketable skills transferable to community jobs
Identify, assess and select eligible young people with a disability to participate in the program
Complete assessments to determine Intern capacity, support requirements and areas for skill development
Provide employment preparation training and a range of vocational and non-vocational interventions to help Interns manage employment barriers and develop skills
Provide individualised on-the-job support to each Intern during the internship rotation
Engage employers to achieve Job Placement KPIs and secure post-program employment opportunities
Build and maintain relationships with follow-on services to assist each intern transition to open employment
What makes a difference for us?
Certificate IV in Employment Services, Disability Services, Community Services or other relevant qualification (or lesser formal qualification with relevant experience)
Experience in culturally sensitive case management and planning for people with a disability
High level written and verbal communication skills; ability to relate well to all people
Ability to work with a range of stakeholders, including business, community members and organisations
Robust sector connections that can assist in securing post-program employment
Understanding of the NDIS environment, funding and reporting models, service delivery models, and quality service frameworks
Understanding of key Federal and State legislation impacting Disability and Employment Services
Current Driver's Licence, Positive Blue Card, NDIS Worker Screening Check and Senior First Aid Certificate
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the role may close early if the right applicant is found.
What makes a difference for you?
Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
NFP Salary Packaging: Save tax and increase take-home pay (up to $15,900 for living expenses and up to $2,650 for meal entertainment per annum)
A recognition and rewards platform with employee discounts, wellbeing programs and more
12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave after 6 months service, in addition to government schemes
Diversity and inclusive leave options for cultural celebrations
Career development opportunities to challenge yourself and grow
A positive, inclusive team with strong values and a commitment to serving others
We'd love you to be part of our UnitingCare familyJoining our FaDS team, you'll be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family.
We are a not-for-profit employer with a long history of service across Queensland.Safety and InclusionChild safe, child friendly – UnitingCare is committed to being a Child Safe, Child Friendly organisation.
We provide secure spaces, prevent child abuse and neglect, and address concerns promptly.
We value diversity and inclusion and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.Safe workplace: We are committed to keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm in our services, workplaces and communities.
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📌 Job Coach
🏢 UnitingCare - Queensland
📍 Queensland