Employment Coach

• Location: Stanmore, NSW, AU, 2048
• Requisition ID: 2292

About Us

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, who are committed to serving people in need in our community and shaping a more just and compassionate society.

• Location: Sydney metro – Including Stanmore, Woolloomooloo & Lewisham
• SCHCADS Award: Level 3 hourly rates ranging from $48.31 - $51.81 (depending on experience)
• Casual Opportunities  + with the potential to transition into a permanent role in the future: flexible rostering to help you maintain a healthy work life balance,
• Meaningful work: Make a genuine difference in the lives of people living with disability
• Supportive team: Be part of a friendly, committed team grounded in strong culture and family values
• Growth and development: Access ongoing training and real opportunities to grow your skills and career 

Your Role

Bring your positivity and can-do attitude to a supportive team where your work makes a real difference in people’s lives. In this rewarding role, you will empower people with disability to build independence, develop workplace skills and succeed in inclusive employment. Each day, you will help create an environment where participants feel valued, encouraged and supported to achieve their goals, while being part of a compassionate team that reflects the values of the St Vincent de Paul Society.

Your Responsibility

• Implement individual development plans, delivering tailored, on-the-job coaching and support.
• Support participant onboarding, training, performance check-ins and ongoing skill development.
• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments, including risk assessments, and identify opportunities for job customisation.
• Facilitate activities that promote economic participation, confidence and community inclusion.
• Build strong relationships with employers and stakeholders to foster disability-confident workplaces.
• Support participants to increase their capacity, independence and workplace and community connections.
• Maintain accurate, timely case notes and participant records in line with organisational policy and quality requirements.

You Will Need:

• Ability to work across multiple locations including Brookvale, Woolloomooloo and Lewisham.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Competency using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and client databases.
• Experience in employment services, job coaching, retail, hospitality or community services.
• First Aid and CPR Certificate or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
• NDIS Worker Screening clearance and completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module or willingness to obtain.

Apply Now

If this sounds like you, don’t wait - apply now, we are interviewing applications as we receive them. 

We offer: 

• Supportive Team – Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community.
• Boost Your Take-Home Pay – Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses.
• Career Progression – Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.
• Learning & Development - On-demand training to support your professional growth. 
• Wellbeing Support – EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well-being. 
• Inclusive Culture – Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.
• Leave Benefits – 5 days Sorry Business Leave , Mental Health/Wellbeing Day Off, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life.

St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages. If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process. 

The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found in the Society’s commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health / medical assessment may be required for some roles.