Job Description
Coordinator – Employability Skills Program (ESP)
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Coordinator – Employability Skills Program (ESP)
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Nambour
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Casual
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Lead Compass' growing Employability Skills Program, supporting Trainees to build confidence, develop workplace skills and create meaningful pathways into employment.
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We are looking for our next superstar to lead Compass' growing Employability Skills Program from our beautiful new Nambour Centre.
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5 Days per Week – 32.5 hours
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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
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The Employability Skills Program supports Trainees to build confidence, develop practical workplace skills and work towards employment goals that reflect their strengths and interests.
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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.
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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.
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In this role, you will:
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Lead the delivery and growth of the Employability Skills Program
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Support Trainees to identify their strengths,



interests and employment goals
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Develop individual learning and employment plans
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Create opportunities to build confidence and practical workplace skills
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Connect Trainees with work experience, volunteering and paid employment opportunities
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Build strong relationships with local employers, training providers and community organisations
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Support, guide and mentor team members involved in the program
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Monitor progress and adjust plans as goals or circumstances change
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Maintain accurate records and complete required administration
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Help create meaningful and sustainable employment pathways
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We're looking for someone who:
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Has a genuine passion for supporting people with disabilities into meaningful employment
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Believes in the strengths, potential and contribution of every person
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Has robust leadership and organisational skills
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Communicates clearly and builds positive relationships
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Can motivate, guide and mentor staff
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Feels confident networking with employers and community organisations
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Understands person-centred and asset-based approaches
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Can think creatively and identify employment opportunities
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Has strong administration and computer skills
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Shares Compass' values and will contribute positively to our culture
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Experience in any of the following would be highly regarded:
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Disability employment services
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Individual Placement and Support
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Vocational education or training
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Community development
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Employer engagement or workforce development
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Position requirements
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Evidence of Australian working rights
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Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
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Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
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Experience in the disability sector is highly regarded
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This is an opportunity to help shape a growing program and support people with intellectual disabilities to work towards goals that matter to them.
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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.
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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.
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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.

📌 Coordinator - Employability Skills Program (Esp) (Queensland)
🏢 Compass Institute
📍 Queensland