IEA Career Coach at Royal Rehab Group - Fortitude Valley, Brisbane

Overview

Join Royal Rehab Group's Breakthru program and play a vital role in empowering individuals to find fulfilling employment. Backed by a respected not-for-profit with over 125 years of experience in disability and rehabilitation services, you'll contribute to life-changing outcomes in your community.

Role and Responsibilities

As an Integral Career Coach under the Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) initiative, you will support individuals with disabilities, injuries, or health conditions in preparing for and securing meaningful jobs. Your involvement spans from initial conversations to job applications and interview preparation.

• Collaborate closely with clients to plan and pursue their next career moves.
• Develop strong client relationships to understand goals, strengths, and support requirements.
• Provide customized coaching with consistent follow-ups to sustain client motivation and progress.
• Link participants to relevant skill-building opportunities, practical experience, and group activities.
• Engage with employers and community services to create pathways for employment and training.
• Aim to meet or exceed all performance targets and benchmarks.
• Embody Breakthru’s values of inclusion, empowerment, and person-centered practice in all engagements.

Candidate Profile

We seek empathetic, energetic candidates passionate about employment services who are adept at supporting individuals toward sustainable careers. Effective communication, relationship management, and organizational skills are essential, along with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Desirable qualifications in Employment or Human Services fields such as Mental Health, Psychology, or Social Work.
• Experience working in employment services, especially supporting people with disabilities or health challenges.
• Proven success in achieving KPIs and crafting client-centered employment and skills plans.
• Confidence in client marketing to employers and facilitating group programs.
• Strong communication, problem-solving capabilities, and stakeholder engagement expertise.
• Familiarity with disability-related laws, support strategies, and labor market trends.
• Valid Driver’s License is mandatory.

Benefits and Rewards

• Salary packaging opportunities, allowing up to $15,900 of pre-tax income to increase take-home pay.
• Ability to package up to $2,650 for dining and holiday expenses.
• Five additional wellbeing leave days annually.
• Access to various discounts via Maxxia Rewards and discounted gym/aquatic center memberships through Fitness Passport.
• Exclusive health insurance discounts from HCF.
• Eligibility for portable long service leave.
• Genuine prospects for career advancement and professional growth.
• Free confidential counselling and wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Program.

Inclusion Commitment

Breakthru champions diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds, including people with disabilities, First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Accommodations during recruitment are available upon request to enable equitable participation.

Additional Details

Pre-employment screening will be required, which may include criminal record checks, working with children checks, NDIS Worker Screen Clearance, employment verification, driver's license, and reference checks.

Application Process

Interested candidates should demonstrate how they meet the essential criteria in their cover letter before applying. Only applicants addressing these requirements will be considered.