As we continue to grow, we are looking for people who are passionate about supporting people facing barriers to employment.

Based in the Southern Vales, your role will be to provide a range of individual and/or group-based employment supports, that encourage and increase community engagement, economic participation, and increased capacity to reach employment goals and aspirations.

About Us

McLaren Vale Enterprises is a registered NDIS service provider and not-for-profit organisation, offering a range of tailored supports for people living with disability. We are deeply connected to the local community and driven by a vision of inclusivity, sustainability, and opportunity, ensuring a brighter future for everyone we support.

We are a dynamic and innovative organisation committed to supporting people with disability in the Southern & Fleurieu regions.

About the role

As an Employment Services Consultant, you will support in both individual and group settings, designed to help participants strengthen their capacity, build confidence, and acquire the job readiness skills needed for employment.

The role involves supporting participants as they develop key employment capabilities such as customer service, time management, money handling, independent travel, effective communication, and understanding how to follow workplace instructions.

Through personalised, capacity-building activities, you will support each participant progress toward their individual employment goals.

Success in this role requires the ability to show initiative, identify key learning areas, and apply creative, practical strategies to address challenges and overcome barriers. By fostering growth and confidence, you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of the participants you support.

Skills and Experience required

Able to work with participants to meet individual goals and able to support complex physical and social needs

Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills

Recent case management experience (DES experience highly regarded)

Excellent administration skills

Experience working with employers and businesses to negotiate job opportunities for people

Experience supporting people with a disability in an open or supported employment environment

Ability to work to a timeline

Represent the organisation in a professional manner

Excellent customer communication skills

Ability to effectively communicate/network with all stakeholders (participants, families, schools, employers, and other support services)

Cert III Individual Support (Disability) equivalent or higher

Appointment to the position is subject to a satisfactory NDIS screening

Current Drivers Licence (ability to secure driver accreditation through DPTI)

Current Senior First Aid Certificate

Demonstrated ability to meet KPIs

Knowledge of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

Key responsibilities include:

Participate in developing and implementing individual and group-based capacity building, job readiness and work experience support

Provide on-site support during work experience(s) to increase total understanding of workplace expectations and behaviours

Support participants with personal growth and development

Provide support and mentoring to participants that encourage a level of competence and independence with their employment and training goals

Optimise appropriate work experience opportunities for participants

Carefully assessing the needs of both the employer and participant for successful outcomes

Maintain necessary documentation of service provision and reporting

Liaise and network with internal and external stakeholders

Benefits and rewards

This position offers Salary Packaging and a fun and supportive team environment.

Mandatory qualifications

NDIS Clearance

Cert III Individual Support (Disability) equivalent or higher

Full Drivers Licence, Driver History Check from within the last 12 months AND ability to gain driver accreditation through DPTI

First Aid Certificate including CPR

This casual position involves working 3-5 days per week.

Please address your Cover Letter and CV to

Barry Sims
Employment Services Manager