Help someone build the confidence, skills and independence to take their next step into employment.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for passionate and motivated people to join our team in McLaren Vale and support individuals who may face barriers to employment.

As an Employment Mentor , you’ll work alongside participants to identify their strengths, build practical workplace skills and grow their confidence. Through engaging one-to-one and group-based support, you’ll help people become more connected to their community and move towards long-term employment and greater independence.

If you’re someone who enjoys seeing others succeed, can think creatively and loves helping people realise what they’re capable of, this could be a highly rewarding role for you.

About Us

McLaren Veal Enterprises is a registered NDIS service provider and not-for-profit organisation providing tailored services and support for people living with disability.

We’re deeply connected to our local communities and driven by a vision of inclusion, opportunity and sustainability . At the heart of what we do is a easy goal: creating genuine opportunities for people to build skills, increase independence and work towards the future they want.

About the Role

As an Employment Mentor, no two days will look exactly the same.

You’ll deliver person-centred, evidence-based employment supports aligned with each participant’s individual goals, NDIS plan and funding.

You’ll support participants to develop practical skills that can make a real difference in their pathway to employment, including:

Customer service and workplace communication

Time management and organisation

Following workplace instructions and routines

Building confidence and independence

Understanding workplace expectations

Developing the skills needed to participate successfully in employment and the community

This is more than simply teaching skills. You’ll build a strong rapport with each participant, understand their individual strengths and aspirations, and support them to identify and overcome barriers to achieving their goals.





We’re looking for someone who can take initiative, work confidently and autonomously, recognise learning opportunities and adapt their approach to the individual in front of them.

Most importantly, you’ll see the difference your support can make as participants grow in confidence, develop new skills and take positive steps towards employment and greater independence.

If you’re looking for a role with purpose, variety and the opportunity to make a genuine difference in someone’s future, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Person Centred Employment Support

Deliver individualised (1:1) supports aligned with participant goals and NDIS plans

Support participants to build capacity and confidence to secure sustainable employment

Promote participant choice, control, and informed decision-making

Referral, Intake & Assessment

Coordinate and engage with referrals from stakeholders including schools, allied health, and community services

Conduct comprehensive intake assessments, including risk assessments and support needs analysis

Develop and document individualised capacity-building plans with clear, measurable outcomes

Ensure appropriate service matching and safe onboarding processes

Service Delivery & Capacity Building

Deliver structured employment readiness programs and workplace-based supports

Provide mentoring during work experience placements to support skill development and safe participation

Monitor and review participant progress against goals and adjust supports as required

Stakeholder Engagement & Business Development

Develop and maintain professional relationships with employers and community partners





Meeting with individuals and families

Identify inclusive employment opportunities aligned with participant capacity and goals

Supporting participants and their families through the sign-up process within their allocated funding scope

Documentation, Compliance & Quality

Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in line with organisational and NDIS requirements

Record service delivery, progress notes, and outcomes to support audits and reporting

Identify, report, and respond to risks, incidents, or safeguarding concerns in accordance with policy

Participate in continuous improvement activities and uphold quality and safeguarding standards

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)

Minimum 6 months of case management experience required

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

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 License (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)

Mandatory qualifications

NDIS Clearance

Cert III Individual Support (Disability) equivalent or higher

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

First Aid Certificate including CPR

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📌 Employment Mentor (Adelaide)
🏢 McLaren Vale Enterprises
📍 Adelaide