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Employment Mentor

The Disability Trust
Clayton, VIC, Australia
A$80,000-A$85,700 p/a + super
Market rate
Community Services & Development → Employment Services
Full-time
On-site

Posted 23 days ago


Are you ready to embarc on a fulfilling journey as our next Employment Mentor?

At embarc, our employment teams work alongside people with disability as they explore what’s possible through meaningful, inclusive employment. As an Employment Mentor, you will bring your compassion and industry knowledge to provide tailored support services to secure long-term employment opportunities for people with disability. This role is full-time, Monday to Friday, working within the Bayside region.

This is a very rewarding opportunity for someone who is energetic, enthusiastic and customer focused to ensure they build rapport and meaningful relationships with participants. Our aim is to lift people up and support them to increase their wellbeing and independence as they embark on their employment journey.

The Opportunity

The Employment Mentor will work within a team of experienced professionals in our Bayside region assisting individuals with disability through tailored support services to secure long-term employment opportunities. We pride ourselves on personalised, one-on-one engagements with participants, providing a person-centred approach to help them find meaningful employment in an ever-changing job market.

This is a very rewarding opportunity for someone who is energetic, enthusiastic and customer focused to ensure they build rapport and meaningful relationships with participants. Our aim is to lift people up and support them with employment opportunities, their wellbeing and independence.

Through career guidance, skill assessments, and connecting participants with employment opportunities, you will also:

  • Motivate and engage participants in their employment journey.
  • Establish relationships with local employers to identify job prospects.
  • Place participants into sustainable employment with positive outcomes.
  • Ensure proper documentation and recording of all activities, adhering to compliance and contractual requirements.
  • Delivering exceptional service at every stage of the process to participants, employers, and other stakeholders.
  • Provide Post Placement Support by providing continuous support and education for both participants and employers.
  • Collaborate with a dynamic, goal-orientated team of employment services professionals from diverse backgrounds, you will contribute to making an impact in the diversity and inclusion space.

About You

  • Experience in supporting people with disability, understanding the importance of lived experience and person-centred support.
  • Excellent communication skills with attentive listening and attention to detail.
  • Energised by supporting people to achieve their goals.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team.
  • Competence using a range of technical platforms/systems.
  • Attain or willingness to obtain an NDIS Worker Check, VIC Working with Children Check and valid Driver License.

Why you'll love working with embarc

  • Above Award base salary between $80,000 and $85,700 (plus superannuation) dependent upon relevant experience and qualifications.
  • Rest and relax with 5 weeks’ annual leave and a paid day off to celebrate your birthday.
  • Access to exclusive not-for-profit salary packaging options (up to $15,900 per annum).
  • Exclusive access to our Fitness Passport Program with discounted access to multiple gyms.
  • Opportunity for professional development through our learning programs.
  • Options for flexible public holiday leave for cultural or religious significance.
  • Free access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.

We take pride in creating and investing in our workforce and finding the right individuals for each role.

If this opportunity aligns with your aspirations, we would love to connect with you.

To apply please submit your Resume and Cover Letter outlining how your skills and experience align with the above criteria. If you have any questions, please reach out to our Regional Manager embarc – Bayside, Tiana Dippel via [email protected].

Applications close 9am, Thursday 6 August 2026. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted as applications are received.


About The Disability Trust

Mount Hutton, NSW, Australia
Community Services & Development
1001-5000 employees

We are a not-for-profit NDIS registered organisation with a rich history of providing person centred support services. We have been supporting people with disability and their families for over 50 years.

We offer individualised services such as accommodation support, employment assistance, community engagement programs and so much more.

We aim to enhance the quality of life and opportunities for people with disability.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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