Community Career Coordinator

Breakthru is proud to be a part of the Department of Social Services' Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) program, delivering services across key regions in New South Wales and Queensland. This means we'll be supporting more people than ever to access meaningful employment and build lasting careers — and we're growing our team to help make it happen.

As an Employment Opportunities Specialist, you'll be the key link between Breakthru and the local community, including job seekers, employers, and referral partners. You'll support customers by guiding them through service access, identifying employment opportunities, and developing relationships that lead to real, lasting employment outcomes.

Your role will focus on delivering tailored employment services, growing brand awareness, and building strong, inclusive networks that promote customer success.

• Expand community and employer networks to increase referrals and support diversity initiatives within employers.
• Broker work experience to build participant skills and assess employer/client compatibility.
• Develop and manage strategic employer and industry partnerships.
• Promote Breakthru as a trusted provider supporting people with disability to achieve career goals.
• Analyse labour market trends to inform strategy and identify growth opportunities.
• Support the local leadership team to coach teams to strengthen employer engagement and improve client career outcomes.
• Meet or exceed internal and external performance benchmarks.
• Champion Breakthru's values of inclusion, empowerment, and person-centred practice.

You're a natural connector, relationship-builder and mentor, with a passion for helping people reach their potential. You thrive in community-facing roles and bring a mix of empathy, energy, and professionalism to your work.

You will enjoy variety in your day-to-day, are highly organised, and take pride in being a proactive, solution-focused member of a values-led team.

• Experience in employment services, recruitment, or community engagement
• Strong local networks and relationship-building skills
• Excellent communication and adaptability across diverse audiences
• Solid admin skills and familiarity with CRM/ESS systems
• Passion for inclusion and empowering others through employment
• Current Driver's License - essential

• Salary Packaging: Package up to $15,900 of your pre-tax income and boost your take-home pay
• Meals & Accommodation: Package up to $2,650 for dining and holidays expenses
• Wellbeing Days: 5 extra leave days to recharge
• Maxxia Rewards: enjoy a huge range of discounts through our salary packaging partner
• Fitness Passport: Discounted access to gym and aquatic centres
• Health Insurance: Exclusive HCF discounts
• Portable Long Service Leave: Access to portable long service leave for eligible candidates
• Career Growth: Genuine opportunities for growth and career development
• EAP Support: Free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support

We know our diversity makes Breakthru a great place to work, and we are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the people we serve. We encourage applications from all members of our community.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment where all individuals can thrive. Should you require any adjustments to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please contact us.

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, address the essential criteria in your cover letter and apply now to start your journey with us.