Job Coach

This is a 6-month fixed-term role commencing in December/January to cover maternity leave, with the possibility of ongoing or permanent employment.

At CVGT Employment, we believe meaningful work transforms lives. Since 1983, we've been connecting people to opportunity, supporting businesses with capable talent, and strengthening the communities we serve. As a not-for-profit, for-purpose organisation with a presence across Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania, we're proud to champion inclusive employment pathways.

What You'll Do

As a Job Coach in the IEA program, you'll play a key role in helping participants overcome barriers and prepare for meaningful employment. You'll deliver tailored, person-centred support that builds confidence, enhances employability, and connects people to sustainable job opportunities. This is your chance to make a real impact - guiding individuals with disability, injury, or health conditions toward brighter futures through compassionate coaching and practical action.

• Coach Potential: Support participants with resumes, job applications, interview preparation, and group workshops to build confidence and employability.
• Create Pathways: Identify barriers with care and insight, connecting participants to services that support their employment goals and personal growth.
• Engage Employers: Reverse market participants and build strong employer relationships to uncover meaningful job opportunities.
• Caseload Management: Manage participant caseloads with care and efficiency, ensuring tailored support throughout the employment journey - including smooth internal handovers to post-placement support teams.
• Program Compliance: Maintain accurate records and uphold compliance standards to support high-quality contract-aligned outcomes and performance goals.

What You Bring

• Relevant Background: A Certificate or Diploma in Community or Employment Services (or related field) or lived experience navigating support systems to achieve education or employment outcomes is highly regarded.
• Empathetic Coaching: Apply a strengths-based, emotionally intelligent approach to guide participants toward employment.
• Relationship Building: Skilled in developing trust-based connections and adapting communication styles with empathy and professionalism.
• Tech Savvy: Confident with Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and digital tools.
• Pre-Requisites: Full eligibility to work in Australia, with the ability to travel throughout the employment services area, obtain a National Police Check, and Working with Children Check.

Why CVGT Employment?

• Salary Packaging – Maximise your take home pay with flexible options.
• Extra Leave Benefits – Enjoy additional time off to recharge and thrive.
• Wellbeing Support – Access to our Employee Assistance Program and Perkbox benefits.
• Purpose Driven Work – Make a real impact through meaningful, socially conscious work.
• Inclusive Culture – Proudly recognised as a Diversity Council of Australia Inclusive Employer,

Apply NowReady to coach potential and connect people to purpose? Join a team where your support empowers individuals to thrive at work and in life, and helps build a more inclusive future.

For more information refer to the attached position description, or contact People & Culture at

Important Information: To be considered for this role, you must have the legal right to work in Australia. Pre-employment checks, including a Working with Children Check and National Police Check are required prior to commencement. We're reviewing applications as they're received, so don't wait to take the next step in your career.

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