Background information about the job or company

We are seeking compassionate, empathetic and results-driven KPI motivated individuals who want to help make a difference in the community by empowering others to reach their potential through employment opportunities.

At WISE Employment, our Job Coaches play an integral part in shaping the employment landscape for people living with disability. If you are passionate about helping the community and are interested in joining WISE, please apply today!

Please note: there is an expectation of working at outreach sites associated with each office.

Perks of Joining WISE

• Competitive salary starting at $71,540 with Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging (tax savings)
• Four Wellness Days (1 every quarter), and opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Various health and lifestyle initiatives and benefits
• Access to discounts from leading retailers through Flare
• iPhone and laptop included

Qualifications or requirements

• Be willing to work towards and achieve KPIs
• Have full Australian working rights
• Hold a full Australian driver’s license
• Be willing to obtain a National Police Check
• Be able to pass a Working with Children Check
• Demonstrate the WISE attributes: Customer Centricity, Curiosity, Resilience, Adaptability, Creativity and a Growth Mindset
• Be willing to complete a pre-employment assessment

Responsibilities or duties

A day in a Job Coach role involves…

• Cold-calling prospective employers
• Developing strong rapport to understand your participants' needs, interests, skills and experience
• Assisting with participants’ resumes, job applications and interview preparation
• Identifying and assessing barriers towards employment and creating solutions to support them at work and ongoing
• Creating job plans with our participants to support clear pathways into sustainable employment
• Increasing our participants' employability through training and other support services
• Sourcing employment opportunities through networking and sales strategies
• Building and maintaining relationships with potential employers and community organisations

Company overview

WISE Employment Celebrating over 30 years in the employment services industry, WISE Employment is a not-for-profit organisation that is committed to providing quality employment, training, and support to the disadvantaged members of our community. We aim to inspire, transform and empower people by connecting them with employers who care. WISE also operates highly successful, inclusive social enterprises along with a range of other programs and services aligned to the needs of the community.

Visit our website here to learn more about WISE.

Additional notes

We are Inclusive!

WISE is recognised by the Diversity Council Australia as an “Inclusive Employer 2024/2025”. We actively encourage and welcome candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, candidates with a disability, members of the LGBTIQA+ community and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates.

• Cold-calling prospective employers
• Developing strong rapport to understand your participants' needs, interests, skills and experience
• Assisting with participants’ resumes, job applications and interview preparation
• Identifying and assessing barriers towards employment and creating solutions to support them at work and ongoing
• Creating job plans with our participants to support clear pathways into sustainable employment
• Increasing our participants' employability through training and other support services
• Sourcing employment opportunities through networking and sales strategies
• Building and maintaining relationships with potential employers and community organisations

• Drivers Licence
• Criminal History Check
• Working with Children Check
• Customer Centricity
• Curiosity
• Resilience
• Adaptability
• Creativity
• Growth Mindset

• Full Australian driver’s license
• Willingness to obtain a National Police Check
• Ability to pass a Working with Children Check
• Willingness to complete a pre-employment assessment