NDIS Mentor - Finding and Keeping a Job

are-able; Mildura; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

are-able is actively seeking an NDIS Mentor to support participants aged 14–65 to boost confidence, skills and independence. This casual, on‑site role involves mentoring, practical employment support and engaging group activities in community settings.

You will build relationships with participants, families and employers, develop personalised plans and help participants progress toward education and work opportunities. The role prioritises person-centred, inclusive practice and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with disability, employment services participants or people requiring tailored support.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to motivate and support participants to achieve employment and education goals.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with participants and support their confidence, independence and resilience.
• Help participants identify goals and develop practical plans to achieve them.
• Facilitate employment skills activities and group sessions to build work readiness.
• Support participants with job searching, career exploration and employment preparation.
• Provide coaching, monitor progress and adapt support strategies to meet individual needs.
• Develop relationships with employers to identify work experience and employment opportunities.
• Support participants during work experience, workplace transitions and job commencement.
• Maintain accurate participant records and case information.

Skills

Disability support experience

Interpersonal skills

Work readiness coaching

Employer engagement

Organisational skills

Independent and team work

Record keeping

Cultural awareness

Driver's license/vehicle

Job description

At are-able, we recognise the unique strengths and perspectives that each person brings.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace - where ideas thrive, innovation grows, and people feel valued. Our organisation champions meaningful impact, professional growth, and a healthy balance between work and family.

With over 30 years of deep community connection, we continue to transform lives and foster opportunities. We are driven by our mission to do more for more people in more communities. We break barriers, challenge stereotypes, and create an environment where everyone’s abilities are not only recognised but nurtured.

Why choose to work with are-able?

are-able is proud to be a Winner of the Australian Business Award for Employer of Choice.We foster a positive, high performing team culture built on respect, empathy, integrity and innovation. We seek passionate individuals who are driven to make a real difference in people's lives.

Our purpose is creating opportunities for inclusiveness in communities, and this role plays an important part in bringing that purpose to life.

About the role

Are you passionate about supporting people to achieve their goals and create greater independence? As an NDIS Mentor, you’ll work alongside NDIS participants aged 14–65 to build their confidence, skills and capacity to pursue employment and education opportunities.

You’ll provide personalised mentoring, practical employment support and engaging group activities, while building strong relationships with participants, employers, families, support coordinators and community stakeholders. This is a hands‑on, community‑based role where you’ll help participants take meaningful steps towards their goals and connect with opportunities that work for them.

Additionally you will:

• Build positive, trusting and respectful relationships with participants and support them to develop confidence, independence and resilience.
• Help participants identify their goals and develop practical plans to achieve them.
• Facilitate engaging employment skills activities and group sessions that build work readiness.
• Support participants with job searching, career exploration and employment preparation.
• Provide coaching and mentoring, monitor progress and adapt support strategies to meet individual needs.
• Develop relationships with employers to identify work experience and employment opportunities.
• Support participants during work experience, workplace transitions and commencement of employment.
• Maintain accurate participant records, case notes, reports and customer management system information.

This is a casual position, with hours varying according to participant demand and operational requirements. The role involves regular onsite and community‑based work and is not ordinarily suitable for regular work‑from‑home arrangements. Let us know the hours you are available and we’ll explore how these align with participant and service needs.

We’re looking for someone who is person‑centred, motivated and genuinely passionate about helping people achieve their goals.

Ideally you will have:

• Experience supporting people with disability, employment services participants or people requiring tailored support.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and relationship‑building skills.
• The ability to motivate and support participants to achieve employment and education goals.
• Confidence engaging with employers, community organisations and other stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• The ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a team.
• Good written communication, record keeping and reporting skills.
• Cultural awareness and a commitment to working respectfully and inclusively with people from diverse backgrounds.
• A reliable, roadworthy and registered insured motor vehicle is an inherent requirement of the role to transport oneself to participant appointments and work related engagements.

The Feel‑Good Parts

At are‑able, every dollar of profit goes back into the communities we serve. Through the are‑ableFoundation, donations, and sponsorships, we’ve contributed over$1.6 million since 2004.

We are avalues‑driven organisation, guided by:

• Integrity – We’re honest, transparent, and accountable.
• Respect – We celebrate diversity and empower individuals.
• Empathy – We understand different perspectives to create real solutions.
• Innovation – We embrace fresh ideas to make a lasting impact.

We are committed to inclusion and welcome applications from First Nations people, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, mature‑age workers, and the LGBTIQA+ community.

If you require reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, or would like job information in an alternative format, we encourage you to contact our People & Culture team on 03 5564 7*** or email ***@areable.org.au to discuss your needs.

Join us and be part of something bigger.

are‑able is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and accessible recruitment practices. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers, and people of diverse sexualities and genders (LGBTIQA+).

If you require reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, or would like job information in an alternative format, we encourage you to contact our People & Culture team on 03 5564 7***or email ***@areable.org.au to discuss your needs.