Career Coach – Inclusive Employment Advocate

Royal Rehab; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging: up to $15,900

Wellbeing Days: 5 extra leave days

Fitness Passport: gym discounts

Health Insurance: HCF discounts

Portable Long Service Leave

Career Growth opportunities

EAP Support

Job summary

Breakthru is selected by the Department of Social Services to deliver Inclusive Employment Australia across NSW and Queensland. As a Career Coach, you’ll support individuals with disability or health conditions through the job-readiness journey, guiding them from first conversations to applications and interviews, and partnering with employers to create meaningful opportunities.

You’ll collaborate with a dedicated team in Penrith, NSW, and contribute to a values-driven, person-centred approach

Qualifications

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience in employment services and supporting people with disability, injury or health conditions.
• Current Driver’s Licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan career steps with clients and help identify suitable job opportunities.
• Build relationships to understand client goals and support needs.
• Provide tailored coaching and regular check-ins to maintain motivation and progress.
• Connect participants with upskilling opportunities and group activities.
• Collaborate with employers and community services to create employment pathways.
• Meet or exceed performance benchmarks and standards.
• Champion Breakthru’s inclusive, person-centred practice.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Empathy

Education

Qualifications in Employment or Human Services

Disability sector knowledge

Job description

Breakthru is selected by the Department of Social Services to deliver Inclusive Employment Australia across NSW and Queensland. As a Career Coach, you’ll support individuals with disability or health conditions through the job-readiness journey, guiding them from first conversations to applications and interviews, and partnering with employers to create meaningful opportunities.

You’ll collaborate with a dedicated team in Penrith, NSW, and contribute to a values-driven, person-centred approach