Vocational Specialist

With over 55 years of experience, New Horizons is a leading provider of disability, aged care, and community support services, committed to empowering individuals to live their best lives.

Why work with us

Above award pay and great benefits

Your work matters. And so does your pay. At New Horizons, enjoy above-award pay, penalty rates, and salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by up to $15,900 Plus, get access to novated leasing, paid parental leave, and for full-time employees, RDOs.

Grow with us

Did you know our CEO Luke Buckley started out as a support worker with us, 15 years ago? That’s proof your career can go anywhere here. We invest in your future with ongoing training and mentoring, clear career advancement pathways, opportunities to specialise in aged care and disability support, and a rewards and recognition program that celebrates your wins.

Perks for your wellbeing

On top of meaningful work, you’ll enjoy extras like Fitness Passport and our confidential Employee Assistance Program, giving you access to fitness, counselling, and wellbeing support when you need it.

Work your way

At New Horizons, you’ll get flexible scheduling and work arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance. You can also purchase extra annual leave, and if you work 10 weekends a year, you’ll enjoy an additional week of leave on top.

A supportive community

Join a collaborative and respectful team, where diversity is celebrated and every individual is valued. Build meaningful relationships with clients and their families, fostering belonging and making a real difference in the community.

Strong leadership

At New Horizons, you’ll be backed by experienced leaders who put your success and well-being first. With tailored coaching and mentoring, you’ll have the support you need to grow and thrive.

About The Role

As our Vocational Specialist, based in our Ashfield office, you will offer support and information for young people aged 12-25 who have general health, mental health, alcohol and other drug worries.

The Vocational Specialist, in collaboration with the Senior Vocational Specialist, is responsible for supporting the design, implementation and ongoing operation of the Individual Placement Support (IPS) program at headspace Ashfield.

The position is a Defined Term contract to end of June 2027. Full-time hours. Based on site in Ashfield

Full, permanent Australian work rights are required

Your Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred vocational support to young people.
• Support young people to gain and maintain employment or education.
• Assist with resumes, job applications and interview preparation.
• Build and maintain relationships with employers and education providers.
• Attend clinical reviews and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Follow the IPS principles and apply it into practice.
• Deliver ongoing follow-along support after job or study placement.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case notes and IPS documentation.
• Participate in IPS fidelity reviews and meet KPI requirements.
• Conduct community engagement and promote the IPS program to the community

About You

• Experience working with young people, particularly within mental health, employment, education or community services settings.
• Strong understanding of vocational support, employment pathways and/or tertiary education systems.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and motivate young people toward their employment and education goals.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with employers, training organisations and community stakeholders.
• Relevant qualification in Community Services, Psychology, Social Work, Employment Services, Education or a related field is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, including the ability to maintain accurate, professional and up-to-date documentation and case notes.

Pre-employment Checks

• Current Police Check (issued within the last 3 months)
• Current NSW Drivers License
• NDIS worker Check (or willingness to obtain)
• NSW WWCC (or willingness to obtain)

How To Apply

To register your interest, please click ‘

’ and let us have your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you have any questions about this role or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustment you may require throughout the recruitment process, or require alternative method of submitting your application, please email rec

• @newhorizons.net.au

IMPORTANT: New Horizons is an equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we serve. We invite all the applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.

New Horizons acknowledges all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the land.