Coordinator – Employability Skills Program (ESP)
Coordinator – Employability Skills Program (ESP)
Nambour
Casual
Lead Compass' growing Employability Skills Program, supporting Trainees to build confidence, develop workplace skills and create meaningful pathways into employment.
We are looking for our next superstar to lead Compass' growing Employability Skills Program from our beautiful new Nambour Centre.
5 Days per Week – 32.5 hours
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who believes in the potential of people with intellectual disabilities and wants to help create genuine pathways into meaningful employment
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About the role
The Employability Skills Program supports Trainees to build confidence, develop practical workplace skills and work towards employment goals that reflect their strengths and interests.
The program is delivered using the Individual Placement and Support model, adapted to meet the needs of people with intellectual disabilities.
It focuses on individual goals, work-ready skills, employer connections, work experience and pathways into paid employment.
As Coordinator, you will lead the day-to-day delivery and continued development of the program.
You will work closely with Trainees, staff, employers, training providers and community organisations to create practical opportunities that lead to real outcomes.
In this role, you will:
Lead the delivery and growth of the Employability Skills Program
Support Trainees to identify their strengths, interests and employment goals
Develop individual learning and employment plans
Create opportunities to build confidence and practical workplace skills
Connect Trainees with work experience, volunteering and paid employment opportunities
Build strong relationships with local employers, training providers and community organisations
Support, guide and mentor team members involved in the program
Monitor progress and adjust plans as goals or circumstances change




Maintain accurate records and complete required administration
Help create meaningful and sustainable employment pathways
We're looking for someone who:
Has a genuine passion for supporting people with disabilities into meaningful employment
Believes in the strengths, potential and contribution of every person
Has strong leadership and organisational skills
Communicates clearly and builds positive relationships
Can motivate, guide and mentor staff
Feels confident networking with employers and community organisations
Understands person-centred and asset-based approaches
Can think creatively and identify employment opportunities
Has strong administration and computer skills
Shares Compass' values and will contribute positively to our culture
Experience in any of the following would be highly regarded:
Disability employment services
Individual Placement and Support
Vocational education or training
Community development
Employer engagement or workforce development
Position requirements
Evidence of Australian working rights
Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
Experience in the disability sector is highly regarded
This is an prospect to help shape a growing program and support people with intellectual disabilities to work towards goals that matter to them.
You will be based in our new Nambour Centre and work alongside a team that believes meaningful employment can build confidence, independence, connection and a stronger sense of purpose.
The role will be varied.
One day you may be helping a Trainee develop an employment plan or practise workplace skills.
The next, you could be meeting with an employer, creating a work experience opportunity, supporting staff or finding a new pathway for someone ready to take their next step.
We would love to hear from people who share our belief that everyone should have the opportunity to contribute, grow and discover what they are capable of.
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📌 Coordinator – Employability Skills Program (Esp) (Queensland)
🏢 Compass Institute
📍 Queensland