Career Coach - Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA)
Breakthru Charlestown, Recent South Wales, Australia
About Breakthru
Breakthru is part of the Royal Rehab Group, delivering life-changing disability and rehabilitation services. You’ll work in the community, supporting people to access meaningful employment and build lasting careers.
Breakthru has been selected by the Department of Social Services to deliver the Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) program across key regions in New South Wales and Queensland. This role supports individuals with disability, injury or health conditions as they prepare for a meaningful career.
About the Role
As a Career Coach at Breakthru, you’ll guide individuals from the first conversation through job applications and interview preparation, helping them develop confidence and skills to achieve their career goals. You’ll work as part of a collaborative team to empower clients to take control of their future and enter the workforce.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with clients to plan career steps and assist in finding suitable job opportunities.
- Build strong relationships to understand each client’s goals, strengths, and support needs.
- Provide tailored coaching and regular check-ins to maintain motivation and progress.
- Connect participants with upskilling opportunities, hands-on experience, and group activities.
- Collaborate with employers and community services to create pathways to employment and training.
- Meet or exceed internal and external performance benchmarks.
- Champion Breakthru’s values of inclusion, empowerment, and person-centered practice.
About You
You bring empathy, energy and a drive to make a difference. You may have experience or a genuine passion for employment services. You’re outcomes-focused, highly organized, and thrive in a fast-paced, people-first environment. You enjoy getting to know each client’s strengths, goals and challenges and coaching them to build confidence. You also engage with employers to understand their needs and prepare candidates who are the right fit. You are proactive, professional, detail-oriented, and uphold a high standard of service with integrity and inclusive, person-centered support.
Essential Criteria
- Qualifications in Employment or Human Services (e.g., Mental Health, Psychology, Social Work) - desirable
- Experience in employment services and supporting people with disability, injury, or health conditions
- Ability to meet KPIs and create client-focused employment and skills plans
- Confidence in marketing clients to employers and facilitating group programs
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Knowledge of disability legislation, support strategies, and labour market trends
- Current Driver’s License - essential
Your Royal Rewards
- Salary Packaging: Package up to $15,900 of your pre-tax income
- Meals & Accommodation: Package up to $2,650 for dining and holidays expenses
- Wellbeing Days: 5 extra leave days
- Maxxia Rewards: discounts through our salary packaging partner
- Fitness Passport: Discounted access to gym and aquatic centres
- Health Insurance: HCF discounts
- Portable Long Service Leave: Access to portable long service leave for eligible candidates
- Career Growth: Opportunities for growth and development
- EAP Support: Free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support
EEO and Accessibility
We know our diversity makes Breakthru a great place to work, and we are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the people we serve. Applications from all members of our community are encouraged, including People with Disability, First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. If you require adjustments to participate in recruitment, please contact We welcome the opportunity to discuss workplace adjustments during the interview process.
What’s Next
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, address the essential criteria in your cover letter and APPLY NOW to start your journey with us. Please note that only applicants who address the essential criteria will be considered.
How to Apply
Visit our Breakthru Careers Page for more information:
The successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including but not limited to: current criminal record check, working with children check, NDIS Worker Check, employment history, driver’s license and referee checks.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other
Industry: Individual and Family Services
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