Vocational Coach - Cairns

Wellways; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Purpose-driven culture

Diversity & inclusion

Salary packaging up to $15,899

Meal & Entertainment allowance

Leave loading 17.5%

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wellways is seeking a compassionate Vocational Coach to support carers transitioning into work and volunteering. You will build strong relationships, assess needs and deliver tailored vocational plans through individual and group coaching sessions.

You will conduct comprehensive assessments, provide post-placement support and connect carers with relevant community services to meet broader needs. A driver license 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing individualised support to carers transitioning into the workforce and volunteer space.
• Conduct comprehensive needs assessments and develop tailored vocational plans.
• Deliver one-on-one and group coaching sessions.
• Ensure carers are connected with the right community services to meet broader needs.

Education

Tertiary Qualification in a relevant field of study

Job description

Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we'd love to hear from you.

• Support carers to achieve their goals and re-enter the workforce with confidence

• 22.8hrs p/w, SCHADS 4B ($46.70 per hour) + Salary packaging benefits + leave loading

• Work alongside passionate professionals who are committed to making a real difference

About the Program

The Carer Gateway Vocational Pathway Program is designed to create greater opportunities for carers to enter or re-enter the workforce, pursue volunteering, or engage in higher education. The program empowers carers to achieve their personal and vocational goals, leading to increased financial security, reduced social isolation and stronger self-esteem.

About the Role

Are you passionate about supporting people to achieve their employment goals? We're looking for a compassionate and proactive Vocational Coach to join our team and provide ongoing individualised support to carers transitioning into the workforce and volunteer space.

In this role you will build strong trusting relationships with carers, conduct comprehensive needs assessments and develop tailored vocational plans. You'll deliver one-on-one and group coaching sessions, provide post-placement support and ensure carers are connected with the right community services to meet their broader needs.

About You

We're looking for someone who's passionate about making a real difference in people's lives, someone with a background in career coaching, employment services or vocational counselling who thrives on helping others succeed. You'll bring exceptional communication skills and natural ability to connect with people along with an understanding of the unique challenges carers face when returning to work.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• 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

What we will offer you…

• A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued

• An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment

• Salary packaging up to $15,899 enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing

• Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum

• Receive 17.5% leave loading every time you take annual leave

• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment

• Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program

Wellways Australia Limited is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for roles within Wellways must undergo a screening process prior to their successful appointment.