Trainer (New South Wales) Lavington - Casual Positions

RISE Training is a new and exciting program empowered by Kirinari and Jigsaw Australia that builds employment capabilities for people with disabilities in a work environment. We are expanding. As a Trainer – Employment Mentor you will support people with disabilities to successfully undertake a work-based training program that provides a pathway to prepare for award wage employment. Our participants will have the opportunity to undertake award wage employment before transitioning to open employment. Trainers build professional and personal relationships with trainees based on mutual respect, enabling and empowering individuals with disabilities to reach their employment goals and feel confident in the workplace. This role is part of the RISE Training team, with one position specifically seeking Auslan experience to support hearing impaired participants.

Two casual positions are available in Lavington, NSW.

Two positions are open for individuals with a wealth of experience from the disability sector, allied health or education/training sector. The role may also suit those with lived experience in disability support who have not previously worked in the sector.

• Work autonomously and as part of a team to achieve agreed outcomes.
• Facilitate the training of participants in transferable employment skills, creating individualised resources and strategies to support participants to achieve their goals.
• Support participants to help achieve business targets assigned to each team, on time and to a high-quality standard.
• Develop a strong working relationship and mentor individuals supported at work.
• Provide all aspects of personal care, mealtime assistance and behavioral management to ensure participants feel supported and progress toward employment goals.
• Deliver administration or reporting activities in line with NDIS standards.
• Promote and model appropriate behaviour to support RISE's culture, performance and brand.
• Engage with participants using a Positive Behaviour Support approach where appropriate.

• A passion for and experience with working with people with disability or in the allied health sector; experience in education or training is well regarded.
• Energetic and creative, with a proactive approach to helping others achieve employment goals.
• Strong initiative, multitasking ability and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Auslan experience (specific for one role).
• Empathetic and patient approach.
• Willing to obtain a NDIS Worker Screening Check, Provide First Aid and CPR (HLTAID011), Working With Children Check, and a current National Criminal History Check (Kirinari will cover this expense).
• At least 1 year of experience in education/training, allied health or disability industry, or a relevant university degree.

• A rewarding career with ability to give back to the community in a growing service sector.
• Generous salary packaging up to $18,550 and meal/entertainment allowances (FT/PT).
• Annual leave up to 5 weeks (FT/PT).
• Opportunities to upskill, develop and progress within the organisation.
• A dedicated leadership team to assist, guide and encourage you.
• Strong focus on employee health and wellbeing with assistance programs available.

Applications close at 5:00 pm on Friday, 26 September 2025. Due to the high number of applications, the interview process may commence prior to the closing date.

Kirinari is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and actively encourages applications from individuals who identify as ATSI, LGBTIQ, CALD and from diverse backgrounds. You must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Kirinari embraces Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and encourages applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. People of all ages and abilities are encouraged to consider a career with us.