Support Worker / Employment Coach – Disability Services (NDIS)
Location: Geraldton and Midwest Region (some travel may apply)
Employment Type: Casual

About Haven Therapeutic Services

Haven Therapeutic Services is dedicated to delivering high-quality, person-centred support that empowers people with disabilities to lead meaningful, independent lives. We provide Behaviour Support, Therapeutic Support, and Disability Employment Coaching under the NDIS. Our mission is to create a safe place for people to heal, grow, and achieve their goals.

We are currently seeking compassionate and reliable Support Workers and Employment Coaches to join our team in Geraldton and the Midwest region. This is a hybrid role where you will offer both employment coaching and support work to support participants through the whole employment or training process. You will help participants build skills, find and maintain employment (including micro-enterprise opportunities), and participate fully in their communities.

Please note: Mornings and afternoons may be required, depending on participant needs.

About the Role

As a Support Worker / Employment Coach with Haven, you will:

Provide individualised, person-centred support in all areas of training and employment

Assist participants with developing job-seeking skills, resume writing, interview preparation, and navigating employment opportunities

Support participants to explore and develop micro-enterprise opportunities, including planning, skills development, and ongoing coaching

Offer on-the-job coaching and workplace support to help participants maintain employment

Support daily living skills, social inclusion activities, and community access

Work within a strengths-based, trauma-informed framework promoting participant choice and control

Collaborate with Behaviour Support Practitioners, therapists, families, employers, and other stakeholders to deliver holistic support

Complete documentation and reporting in line with NDIS Practice Standards

About You

You will be a great fit for Haven if you are:

Passionate about inclusion, dignity, and empowering people with disabilities

An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills

Knowledgeable about or interested in supporting small business and micro-enterprise goals

Reliable, adaptable, and professional in your approach

Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Confident using technology for rostering, communication, and record-keeping

While we are particularly interested in applications from male support workers and younger females, we welcome applications from all candidates. Our priority is finding the right fit for our team and participants. All applications will be considered!

Mandatory Requirements

NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)

Working with Children Check (as required in WA for the role)

National Police Clearance (current / within 12 months)

Provide First Aid & CPR (or willingness to obtain)

Unrestricted rights to work in Australia

Current driver’s licence and reliable, insured vehicle (some travel may apply)

Highly Regarded

Certificate III or IV in Disability, Individual Support, Mental Health, Community Services, or equivalent

Experience in disability support, employment services, coaching, or mental health

Knowledge of the NDIS, person-centred planning, and behaviour support approaches

Experience supporting small business or micro-enterprise development

What We Offer

A supportive, inclusive, and values-driven team environment

Meaningful, rewarding work making a genuine difference in people’s lives

Opportunities for professional development and training in Behaviour Support and Therapeutic Support

Flexible work arrangements (where possible)

Award-based pay with penalty rates for evenings/weekends (if applicable)

How to Apply

If you are ready to make a real difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re the right fit for Haven Therapeutic Services.

For enquiries, please contact: [email protected] or 0402 848 495

Please note: This position is for an immediate start or commencement within a reasonable timeframe. While we appreciate international interest, overseas applications may not be considered at this time due to the extended timelines involved in visa processing and mandatory NDIS worker screening requirements. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and be eligible for relevant clearances (e.g. NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working With Children Check).