Employment Pathways Coordinator

Aruma; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 64,000; Part time

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Job summary

Aruma is seeking an Employment Pathways Advisor for a part-time, on-site fixed-term role. The position runs 30.4 hours per week, commencing 3 November 2026 and concluding 1 June 2027, with occasional travel to Central Coast locations.

Work four days a week (Mon–Fri) with flexible start/finish times. You will connect people with a disability to meaningful employment, support onboarding into Aruma’s Work Ready Program, Supported Employment, or Open Employment, and perform person-centred

Qualifications

• Strong administration skills and high attention to detail.
• Efficiency in managing tasks with excellent customer service.
• Experience in recruitment and/or NDIS knowledge is desirable.
• Experience in the disability sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with stakeholders and match candidates to employment pathways within Aruma.
• Coordinate onboarding into Aruma’s Work Ready Program, Supported Employment or Open Employment.
• Prepare and manage NDIS documentation and liaise with NDIS supports for accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage onboarding and recruitment administration following processes and using various systems.
• Engage with community partners, schools and events to source candidates.

Job description

Part-time (30.4 hours per week) on-site opportunity ideally commencing 3 November 2026 on a fixed-term contract until 1 June 2027. Please note that this role may require occasional travel to our Central Coast locations.

Working Days: 4 days per week (flexible Monday to Friday)

Working hours: Flexible – can be 7.30 am to 3.30 pm / 8.00am - 4.00pm or 8.30 am to 4.30 pm

We’re looking for an Employment Pathways Advisor to connect people with a disability into meaningful employment. This is a recruitment-focused role, where you will support onboarding into Aruma’s Work Ready Program, Aruma’s Supported Employment or Open Employment within the community. Strong administration skills, efficiency in managing tasks, and excellent customer service skills are essential.

The Role

In this role, you’ll build strong relationships with key stakeholders, understand their support needs, and match candidates to suitable employment pathway options within Aruma. You’ll work closely with our teams and businesses to provide person-centred recruitment solutions to ensure success.

You’ll also play a vital part ensuring each applicant’s NDIS funding is matched employment opportunities, prepare and manage NDIS documentation, and liaise with NDIS supports to ensure all information is accurate, timely and compliant.

If you’re passionate about creating inclusive employment pathways and supporting people to thrive at work, we’d love to hear from you.

A day in the life of an Employment Support Advisor …

• Build trust with applicants and families through clear, person-centred, and confidential communication.
• Facilitate workplace tours, interviews, and onboarding processes in line with NDIS requirements.
• Support our business and programs to understand each applicants support needs and role suitability.
• Manage administration for onboarding and recruitment, following processes and procedures and utilising a range of systems to ensuring accurate documentation.
• Engage with community partners, schools and attends events to source candidates and promote Aruma employment pathway opportunities.

Skills and experience that will make you stand out…

• Strong administration skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to negotiate and have a solution-based mindset to manage barriers and opportunities.
• Great time‑management and organisational skills.
• Confident using systems, technology and digital platforms.
• Strong customer focus and community engagement skills.
• Demonstrated customer service excellence and team focus.
• Ability to build and maintain strong community and industry relationships.
• Ability to travel within the region as required.
• Experience in the disability sector (desirable).
• Recruitment experience and or NDIS knowledge (desirable).

What we offer

• Salary Packaging: Increase your take-home pay. Access to NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses and additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax free. Salary Packaging Calculator | Accesspay
• Continuous Learning Opportunities: Work alongside industry-leading professionals who are dedicated to helping you excel and advance your career.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the freedom that fits your lifestyle, with options that put you in control.
• Supportive Team Environment: Focus on what you do best, with strong operational support behind you every step of the way.
• Incredible Perks: From professional development, Fitness Passport and confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program, we take care of our team.
• A Culture Like No Other: Be part of a vibrant, positive work environment filled with a strong sense of community.

About Us

Summerland Farm is a beautiful macadamia and avocado farm set high in the Ballina-Byron hinterland. This multi-award-winning attraction is yours to explore and a great day out for all the family. Taste the region’s delicious produce, meet the farm animals and enjoy a day in the country on a real Australian working farm. Summerland Farm - The Heart of the Hinterland

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered. Shortlisted applications will be required to undergo pre-employment probity checks. We will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period and reserve the right to close this advert prior to the advertised date.