Employment Pathways Mentor

11 hours ago

QLD Brisbane amp Gold Coast Ipswich, Australia Mpower You Full time

Are you passionate about helping people reach their employment goals and build meaningful careers? We’re seeking an Employment Pathways Mentor to join our dedicated team and support NDIS participants on their pathway to work.
Why Join Us?
• Be part of a supportive, values-driven organisation making a real difference
• Opportunities for professional growth and training
• Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle
• Access to employment Assistance programs
If you’re passionate about empowering people to achieve independence through meaningful employment, we’d love to hear from you.
In this role, you will:
• Assess participants’ skills, strengths, and areas for development
• Provide a high level of support to participants in line with their NDIS goals
• Support career planning and develop tailored employment pathways
• Build strong relationships with local employers and create job opportunities through customised employment and reverse marketing activities
• Facilitate work experience placements and skills development programs
• Liaise with schools to support transitions from education to employment
• Plan and deliver contextual learning activities based on individual needs and goals
• Connect participants with training organisations, apprenticeships, and further education opportunities
• Liaise with Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) providers to expand opportunities and networks for participants
• Provide ongoing guidance, encouragement, and practical support to participants on their journey to work
• Record participant progress and shift notes accurately using online software
• Work with participants in their homes and in community settings
• Apply professional communication, both written and verbal, always
• Maintain a strong understanding of personal and professional boundaries
• Excellent active listening skills and the ability to converse with participants at various levels
About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
• A strong understanding of employment pathways and barrier management for people living with disability
• Excellent communication and networking skills with employers, schools, training providers, and Inclusive Employment Australia service providers
• Experience in career planning, job readiness, or disability employment services (DES/IEA/NDIS experience highly regarded)
• Innovative problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and reduce barriers for participants, supporting greater independence and outcomes. The ability to take a solutions-focused approach, proactively identifying risks, addressing business needs, and implementing effective strategies to mitigate challenges for employers.
• A solution-focused, proactive, and compassionate approach to supporting participants to achieve their goals
• Strong organisational and documentation skills to record progress and outcomes
Requirements
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a registered, fully insured vehicle
• Current Blue Card and Yellow Card/Worker Screening (or willingness to obtain)
• Current Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module (free online)
• COVID-19 Infection Control Training (to be completed prior to commencement)
How to Apply
Please apply today by submitting:
• A cover letter addressing the key responsibilities outlined above
• Your resume
We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to the Mpower You Employment Pathways team.

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