NDIS Employment Support Coach (Part-time)

About Edge

Edge Employment Solutions takes great pride in being among Western Australias longeststanding providers of specialised disability employment support. Since our establishment in 1984 our mission has been to foster an inclusive society through the transformative power of employment. Over the years we have successfully facilitated the placement of over 9000 people with disability into meaningful roles.

As a Disability Employment Service (DES) and registered NDIS provider Edge operates across four convenient locations in Perth: Subiaco Joondalup Cockburn and Welshpool. These sites serve as hubs of support and opportunity for individuals seeking to enter or reenter the workforce.

At Edge we firmly believe in the potential of every person. Our approach centres on empowering our participants to develop their confidence talents and skills ensuring they are equipped to achieve their employment aspirations. We recognise the importance of teamwork and collaboration working closely with our stakeholders to fulfil our commitments.

Engaged Driven Genuine and Enduring are the core values that guide everything we do at Edge. These values are not just ideals but the foundation of our actions and decisions. We are committed to fostering a culture of engagement where our people are motivated and passionate about their work. We take a driven approach to achieving excellence staying focused on longterm success. Our genuine commitment to integrity ensures that we build trust through authenticity and openness. And with an enduring focus on sustainable impact we strive to create a lasting positive difference in the lives of those we serve and work with.

About Edges NDIS Services

As a registered NDIS provider Edge Employment Solutions NDIS plays a vital role in empowering people with disability to reach their full potential by providing customised employment support. Our services aim to help individuals develop the skills and confidence needed to participate in the workforce pursue their goals and live independently.

Position Purpose

The NDIS Employment Support Coach is responsible for delivering Edges NDIS funded employment services such as School Leaver Employment Supports and Finding and Keeping a Job. A key responsibility of this role is to support and mentor NDIS participants to overcome barriers build capacity to move onto a pathway to further education or employment through the development of individualised plans.

The NDIS Employment Support Coach engages participants with a personcentered approach and through collaboration with other stakeholders. They deliver services in a safe and ethical manner that is compliant with the NDIS Commissions Quality Standards Framework to ensure quality services are delivered and enhance the reputation of Edge.

The role is a part time position based in Midland working in the community with an office base at our head office in Subiaco.

Key Responsibilities and Outcomes

• Manage a caseload of up to 10 participants as they navigate their employment journey.
• Support individual participants to meet their employment goals in line with their funded NDIS Employment Supports by:
• Establishing a relationship of trust and respect with each participant.
• Assessing their individual needs skills and aspirations.
• Helping them set goals and develop a plan of employment supports to achieve them.
• Increasing their work readiness through targeted capacity building skill building activities and work experience.
• Monitoring the progress of each participant and adjusting the individuals plan as needed.
• Offering constructive feedback to foster personal and professional growth.
• Encouraging positivity selfconfidence and resilience in challenging situations.
• Motivating and engaging participants in suitable job search activities.
• Providing onthejob support to participants who undertake work experience activities or employment.
• Initiating reverse marketing efforts to connect participants with businesses resulting in sustainable employment outcomes.
• Building relationships with employers to create work experience and employment opportunities for participants
• Collaborating with Edges DES team to enable the best possible outcomes for the participant.
• Build positive relationships with all relevant stakeholders including families guardians Support Coordinators educators and allied health professionals.
• Maintain accurate and timely case notes and records
• Participate in professional development and training as required.
• Involvement and participation in Edge meetings and functions as required.
• Contribute to the team and uphold the highest quality of work within the role.
• Comply with the terms of your employment contract as well as any and legislative requirements and workplace policies and procedures established by Edge such as work health and safety policies Code of Conduct confidentiality agreements and antidiscrimination policies.
• Complete other tasks as required

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of employment services.
• Demonstrated ability to meet NDIS and Edge compliance requirements and maintain professional boundaries regarding participant and family/carer expectations
• Strong knowledge of personal and professional development techniques
• An exceptional ability to build and maintain partnerships with a diverse range of key stakeholders
• Strong communication listening and interpersonal skills.
• Appreciation of working as part of a team and working independently.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple and competing work tasks and deliver to agreed deadlines.
• Strong administration skills including maintaining documentation and an eye for detail.
• Selfmotivated confident and enthusiastic demonstrating a high level of professionalism at all times.
• Demonstrated ability to use initiative and possess a can do approach to work.
• Able to inspire and motivate others.
• Highly empathetic and understanding.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and act with discretion.
• Competent across Office 365 MS Teams and SharePoint.

Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate III or IV Diploma or Degree in relevant field (eg. Individual Support (Disability) Community Services Employment Services Career Development) or at least two (2) years experience in the disability employment services sector.
• Demonstrated experience working within the NDIS environment
• Experience supporting people with psychosocial disability (desirable)

Mandatory Requirements

• Full Australian working rights
• National Police Clearance
• Working with Children Check (WWC)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current Western Australian C class driving license and a comprehensively insured vehicle.

Why Edge

As a member of the Edge team you will have access to benefits including:

A competitive salary plus NFP salary packaging benefits up to $18500

Professional development opportunities and a supportive work culture

Contributing to positive change in the lives of job seekers with disability.

What next

To apply please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and your passion for inclusive employment. Applications can also be sent to

Deadline for applications is Friday 13 June 2025.

Join us in shaping a brighter future for individuals with disability in Western Australia. Together we can unlock opportunities and inspire meaningful change in the world of open employment.

For more information about Edge and our purpose visit .

At Edge were dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace and we encourage applications from people with diverse life experiences thoughts and beliefs including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds people who identify as LGBTQIA and people with disability. Your unique perspectives enrich our team and contribute to a dynamic environment where everyones voice is heard.