Coordinator Work Ready

About Us:

At Aruma, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusivity. Our mission is to defend human rights and create a world where every individual is treated with dignity and respect. We're committed to building a team that reflects the rich tapestry of humanity.

People love to work at Aruma because they get the satisfaction of knowing they are Supporting people to live a great life, the life they want, the life they choose. Aruma is BRAVE. That's what makes us a trailblazer, being part of our team means you need to meet our BRAVE behaviours (Bold, Respectful, Authentic, Value Teamwork, Excellent).

We strongly encourage candidates with a disability to apply. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and experiences in driving meaningful change and advancing human rights for all.

About the role:

At Aruma, we're on the lookout for a passionate and proactive Coordinator Work Ready to join our team and lead with purpose. In this role, you’ll be a champion of person-centred practice, ensuring that every customer is supported in achieving their goals and experiencing genuine outcomes. You’ll bring Aruma’s values to life through effective leadership, fostering a culture of inclusion, integrity, and continuous improvement.

You’ll play a pivotal role in engaging participants, families, and stakeholders to create meaningful pathways into employment. With a strong focus on relationship building, you will collaborate with both internal teams and external partners to ensure supports are tailored, professional, and of the highest quality. You’ll manage the delivery of the Work Ready Program with confidence, overseeing workforce planning, program facilitation, compliance with NDIS requirements, and continuous monitoring of participant progress and team performance.

This position is for someone who thrives on making a difference, leads with empathy, and ensures safeguarding, safety, and well-being are embedded in everyday practice. You’ll provide clear guidance and mentoring to your team while also ensuring robust administrative systems are in place, supporting effective service delivery and timely reporting. If you’re ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and help shape stronger futures for people with disability, we’d love to hear from you.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

Champion Employment Pathways: Be at the heart of creating meaningful employment opportunities for people with a disability by leading the delivery of the Work Ready Program. Your work will directly support participants to build confidence, skills, and achieve their employment goals.

Lead with Purpose: Step into a leadership role where you’ll guide a passionate team, foster a positive and inclusive culture, and drive high-quality service delivery. You’ll be a role model for Aruma’s values, empowering your team to perform at their best and make a real difference.

Shape the Future with Us: Aruma is all about growth – for the people we support and for our team. You’ll be supported with ongoing professional development, access to training, and the opportunity to be part of an innovative organisation that’s committed to continuous improvement and sector-leading practice.

Benefits of working with Aruma!

• Salary Packaging: Access to NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses and additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax free.
• Fitness Passport: Access to subsidised Gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program: Free confidential service including Money Assist, Legal Assist, Family Assist and Nutrition/Lifestyle Assist.
• Discounted Health Insurance: Access to a range of discounted health and wellness services through Bupa.
• Recognition & Rewards: Recognition for your hard work through BRAVE Reviews and our annual BRAVE Awards night
• Job Satisfaction: Through making a real difference in peoples’ lives within a values-driven organisation.

About You:

• 2+ years’ experience in leadership or management role.
• Understanding of the Disability Service sector.
• Demonstrated experience in providing collaborative leadership.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining effective internal and external business relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to provide outstanding customer service.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to adapt communication style to differing needs and negotiate and manage conflict, escalating where necessary.
• Excellent administration skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent computer literacy and the ability to adapt to changing business needs, adopting new systems and technology to support business and customer requirements.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to travel interstate and intrastate as and when required.
• Hold a current Australian Driver’s Licence (unrestricted) and willingness to use personal vehicle, in accordance with Aruma policy for work purposes if required.
• Hold current or willingness to obtain relevant regulatory requirements (as per role and/or State).

Ready to make a change? Apply Now!

Please contact ******@aruma.com.au if you require further information.

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered. Shortlisted applications will be required to undergo pre-employment probity checks i.e. Police Check and NDIS Worker Screening. We will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period and reserve the right to close this advert prior to the advertised closing date.