Supported Employment Coach

Supported Employment Coach
Pay: SCHADS Level 3-4 + casual loading ($48-$55 p/h) + super
Location: Rocklea, QLD
Employment Type: Full-time contract to June 2026 (1.0 FTE - option to split into two part-time roles)

Tradewind Australia is partnering with a well-established Australian Disability Enterprise in Brisbane's south to recruit a Supported Employment Coach for an immediate start through to June 2026.

This organisation delivers warehousing, packaging and labelling services while providing meaningful, supported employment to people with disability - predominantly individuals with intellectual disability. This is a hands-on, practical role supporting employees on the production floor in a structured, inclusive workplace environment.

About the Role

As a Supported Employment Coach, you'll work alongside employees with disability within a busy warehouse and production setting. Your role is to provide day-to-day guidance, structured training and workplace support to help individuals build skills, confidence and independence at work.

You'll support workflow organisation, break tasks into achievable steps, monitor progress and ensure employees are working safely and productively within a supportive team culture.

This role is based on-site in Rocklea, conveniently located near the train station, with standard hours of 7:30am-3:30pm.

Benefits:

• SCHADS Award Level 3-4 + super (experience-based)
• Stable contract through to June 2026
• Structured weekday hours - no shift work
• Opportunity to work in a purpose-driven disability employment setting
• Supportive team environment within an established ADE
  
  Key Responsibilities
• Develop, implement and review individual employment support plans
• Provide on-the-job coaching, task breakdown and workplace training
• Monitor employee progress and adjust supports as required
• Maintain accurate client documentation and progress notes
• Support safe work practices and WHS compliance on the production floor
• Liaise with supervisors, managers and stakeholders regarding employee progress
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to service improvements
  
  What You'll Bring
  
  Essential
• Certificate III in Disability Support (or equivalent experience)
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Current National Police Check
• NDIS Worker Screening clearance and completion of required NDIS modules
• Current Driver's Licence
• Demonstrated experience supporting people with disability in employment or similar settings
• Strong communication skills and ability to build rapport with people with intellectual disability
• Practical, hands-on approach within a warehouse or production environment
  
  Desirable
• Forklift licence (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience within an Australian Disability Enterprise or Disability Employment Service
• Certificate IV in Disability Services and/or Training & Assessment (highly regarded)
  
  About Tradewind Australia
  
  Tradewind Australia is a multi-award-winning recruitment agency, recognised nationally for delivering exceptional candidate experience across the education, social and community services sectors.
  
  We partner with leading organisations across Australia to connect skilled professionals with roles that align with their values, strengths and long-term career goals.
  
  What sets Tradewind apart:
• Winner of multiple Candidate Experience Awards
• Specialist consultants with deep sector expertise
• Tailored support throughout the entire recruitment process
• Insight into organisational culture, leadership and role expectations
• Transparent communication and ongoing post-placement care
  
  We focus on supporting people, not just filling jobs.
  
  Apply Now
  
  If you're an experienced Supported Employment Coach or Disability Support Practitioner looking for a structured, purpose-driven role through to mid-2026, we would love to hear from you.
  
  Please apply today with your CV and a short cover letter or contact Melissa.Jacquier@twrecruitment.com.au or on 1800 572 358 for more information.
  
  Commitment to Child Safety, Inclusion and to be an equal opportunities employer
  
  Tradewind Australia is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and vulnerable people. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. All successful applicants will undergo reference checks, identity verification and Working with Children Check and further compliance requests pending the organisation's requirements.

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