Work options:
- Casual position | Monday to Friday 8:45 am - 3:15 pm | Newcastle - travel to Maitland & Central Coast as needed
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Attractive remuneration + salary packaging + 12% super | Travel allowance
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Ideal for someone with experience within the disability sector
Be part of a values-driven organisation that empowers people with a disability to live the life they choose. You’ll work in a supportive team environment, making a real impact every day.
About the Role
The Employment Coach provides guidance and mentoring to individuals with disability, supporting them in achieving meaningful employment outcomes. This role plays a pivotal part in delivering tailored group and individual learning sessions focused on employment readiness and goal achievement.
Shifts are currently 2–3 days per week in Newcastle, with occasional coverage needed in Maitland and Central Coast (depending on participants). The program is growing, so we’re looking for someone available 4–5 days per week to support additional shifts as needed. Current shifts are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday (subject to change).
The role requires someone comfortable working 1:1 and in small groups, delivering classroom sessions and providing employment support.
A day in the life of an Employment Coach:
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Facilitate engaging, theory-based and practical learning experiences in both group and one-on-one settings.
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Adapt content and delivery methods to suit individual learning styles and capacities.
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Guide participants through their employment journey with empathy, professionalism, and a strengths-based approach.
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Prepare and complete all required documentation and reporting related to Employment Assistance.
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Accurately capture, record, and communicate participant progress in a timely manner.
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Foster a collaborative and consultative working style that reflects Aruma’s values and purpose.
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Build strong relationships with stakeholders to enhance service delivery and participant outcomes.
What You Need to be Successful in this Role:
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Experience supporting people with disability, preferably in employment or vocational contexts.
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Strong facilitation skills with the ability to tailor content to diverse learners.
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Organised, proactive, and committed to creating inclusive opportunities for others.
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Strong written and verbal communication, including conflict resolution and escalation.
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Skilled in building positive relationships across community and industry networks.
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High-level administration skills with strong attention to detail.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office and quick to learn new systems.
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Excellent time management and organisational abilities.
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Innovative and solution-focused approach to content delivery.
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Willingness to travel across regional areas and non-Aruma workplaces as required.
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Prior experience in the disability sector highly regarded.
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Current unrestricted Australian Driver’s Licence and access to insured personal vehicle.
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Willingness to obtain or hold NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWSC).
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Willingness to obtain or hold Working with Children Check (paid WWCC).
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Willingness to obtain or hold a valid CPR and First Aid Certification.
Benefits of working with Aruma
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Competitive Salary Package: Be rewarded for your hard work with an attractive salary, plus a laptop.
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Salary Packaging: Increase your take-home pay. Access to NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses and additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax free. Salary Packaging Calculator | Accesspay
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Continuous Learning Opportunities: Work alongside industry-leading professionals who are dedicated to helping you excel and advance your career.
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Supportive Team Environment: Focus on what you do best, with strong operational and administrative support behind you every step of the way.
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Incredible Perks: Fitness Passport and confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program, we take care of our team.
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A Culture Like No Other: Be part of a vibrant, positive work environment filled with team-building activities and a strong sense of community.
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Call to Action: Join Aruma, where your career journey and well-being are our top priorities.
About us
Aruma is a leading Australian for-purpose, values-driven organisation dedicated to helping people with disabilities live the life they envision. Operating across Eastern Australia, Aruma supports over 5,000 individuals, employs more than 5,000 staff, and boasts an annual turnover of around $500 million. The organisation is undergoing significant transformation as the NDIS and social and technological advancements reshape the landscape of disability support in Australia. Aruma | Disability services. Putting you first.
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