Part-Time Carer Vocational Navigator

Wellways Australia Limited; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,899

Meal and Entertainment allowance up to

Leave loading 17.5%

Paid parental leave after 12 months

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wellways Australia Limited is seeking a compassionate Vocational Navigator to support carers transitioning into employment and volunteering. You will conduct needs assessments, develop tailored vocational plans and deliver coaching sessions to help clients re-enter the workforce.

You will build relationships with carers, provide post-placement support and connect them with community services. A background in career coaching or employment services is preferred and relevant checks are required.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field of study and/or equivalent experience.
• Current valid Driver License.
• Satisfactory National Police Records Check.
• Working with Children and NDIS Workers Screening Check.
• Right to Work within Australia.
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate – free online course.
• Desirable previous experience leading and/or working in vocational/carer programs.
• Lived and Living Experience as a Family Carer.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing individualised support to carers transitioning into the workforce and volunteer space.
• Build strong trusting relationships with carers and conduct comprehensive needs assessments.
• Develop tailored vocational plans and deliver one-on-one and group coaching sessions.
• Provide post-placement support and connect carers with community services to meet broader needs.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

People connection

Education

Tertiary qualification in relevant field

NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate

Job description

Wellways Australia Limited is seeking a compassionate Vocational Navigator to support carers transitioning into employment and volunteering. You will conduct needs assessments, develop tailored vocational plans and deliver coaching sessions to help clients re-enter the workforce.

You will build relationships with carers, provide post-placement support and connect them with community services. A background in career coaching or employment services is preferred and relevant checks are required.