Employment Development Consultant

Your Impact:

As a Fixed-Term Full-Time the Employment Development Consultant, you will play a key role:

• Responsible for delivering Good Sammy’s NDIS funded employment services, such as School Leaver Employment Supports and Finding and Keeping a Job.
• Support and mentor NDIS participants to overcome barriers, build capacity to move onto a pathway to further education or employment through the development of individualised plans.
• Engages participants with a person-centred approach, and through collaboration with other stakeholders.
• Deliver services in a safe and ethical manner that is compliant with the NDIS Commissions Quality Standards Framework to ensure quality services are delivered and enhance the reputation of Good Sammys.  
• Report to the Employment Development Manager.
• Work collaboratively with a range of internal and external stakeholders including the Operations Team, People and Diversity Team, the Learning & Capability Team.

Please note that this role would be offered on a fixed term basis for 02 years. The roster would be from Mondays to Fridays, from 9.00am - 5.00pm.

What you'll do:

Participant Support and Outcomes

• Manage a caseload of up to 30 participants as they navigate their employment journey in the Employment Development Phase.
• Support individual participants to meet their employment goals in line with their funded NDIS Employment Supports by establishing a relationship of trust and respect with each participant.
• Assessing participant’s individual needs, skills, and aspirations.
• Helping them set goals and develop a plan of employment supports to achieve them.
• Increasing their work readiness through targeted capacity building, skill building activities and work experience.
• Monitoring the progress of each participant and adjusting the individual’s plan as needed.
• Offering constructive feedback to foster personal and professional growth.
• Encouraging positivity, self-confidence, and resilience in challenging situations.
• Motivating and engaging participants in suitable job search activities.
• Providing on-the-job support to participants who undertake work experience activities or employment work trials.
• Initiating reverse marketing efforts to connect participants with businesses, resulting in sustainable employment outcomes.
• Building relationships with employers to create work experience and employment opportunities for participants
• Uphold professional boundaries and adhere to all privacy, confidentiality and safeguarding standards.

Employer Engagement and Stakeholder Relationships

• Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with employers, participants, families, carers and other key stakeholders.
• Liaise with internal teams, NDIS providers and allied health professionals to coordinate holistic support for participants.
• Promote Good Sammy’s services to potential employers and community organisations, engaging in meetings and functions as required.

Administrative and Reporting Requirements

• Ensure all participant records, case notes and documentation are accurate, timely and meet NDIS and organisational audit requirements.
• Prepare reports on participant progress and outcomes as required.
• Manage competing priorities effectively, ensuring deadlines are met without compromising service quality.

Teamwork and Organisational Contribution

• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to share knowledge, resolve challenges and deliver quality services.
• Provide support as required for grant-funded projects and related activities to ensure compliance, coordination, successful implementation and evaluation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, offering ideas to enhance processes, systems and participant experiences.
• Actively participate in team meetings, supervision sessions, training and professional development opportunities.

Compliance and Quality Standards

• Always comply with all Good Sammy’s internal policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards, as well as all relevant legislative and contractual requirements.
• Consistently achieve, and aim to exceed, program deliverables, including individual Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), quality standards, and contractual obligations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all NDIS compliance requirements.

What you'll bring:

• Certificate III or IV, Diploma or Degree in relevant field (e.g. Individual Support (Disability), Community Services, Employment Services, Career Development), or at least two (2) years’ experience in the disability employment services sector.
• Proven experience delivering employment-related services and supporting participants to achieve sustainable employment outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed individual Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and performance targets in a service delivery environment.
• Experience engaging with employers, participants, and stakeholders to negotiate and secure employment opportunities.
• Experience using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems and maintaining accurate, high-quality records.
• Current Working with Children Check or proof of application being lodged (receipt).

 

Company Overview

Good Sammy is a for-purpose organisation creating employment opportunities for people with disability. We’ve been around since 1958 and we have a workforce of over 800 individuals, with almost 50% who identify as having disability.

Our efforts to make a difference extend beyond the workplace. Good Sammy is a driving force in sustainability, keeping nearly 7 million kilograms of used goods out of landfills annually. Our operations span various social enterprises, each contributing to our greater purpose.

We pride ourselves on being inclusive and know our people are our greatest asset.

Our values drive our initiatives and culture.

Brave - Have the courage to explore all possibilities.

Good - Do the right thing, the right way, always. Help you be your best.

Safe - Be aware, speak up, stay safe. Make your safety our priority.

Empowered - Respect everyone's voice. Do it with you.

What we can offer you:

• Free onsite parking. 
• Generous not-for-profit tax-free benefits up to $15,900 per annum, to increase your take home pay.
• Private health insurance discounts.
• Free, confidential counselling services through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Comprehensive orientation program including an onsite tour.
• Join us in making a positive impact in our community. Your dedication can help us transform workplaces and society, and together, we can create a better future for people of all abilities.

How to Apply

If you are interested in a rewarding career that gives back to those living with a disability and the local community, apply now! Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining why you are well-suited for the role.

Good Sammy Enterprises is committed to providing an environment where people are safe, valued and heard, especially vulnerable adults, young people and children. We strongly encourage applications from people with disability or lived experience, as well as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Applicants who need assistance with their application or wish to discuss any potential barriers that may prevent them from applying are encouraged to contact recruitment@goodsammy.com.au.

Closing date: 17th September 2026

Good Sammy reserves the right to complete the recruitment process prior to the closing date. Whilst we appreciate each and every application, due to the high level of interest, only successful applicants will be contacted. Thanks for your understanding.