2025 Job Coaching Program - Participant Application

Job Coaching Program

Participant Application

AV Job Coaching Program

After a successful pilot program offering complimentary coaching to our community during the COVID lockdown periods of 2020 and 2021, Aspergers Victoria (AV) has continued to refine and grow its Job Coaching Program over the past few years—making steady improvements every step of the way. We are excited to now offer fee-for-service coaching to support autistic and neurodivergent adults in navigating employment pathways.

Why Choose AV’s Job Coaching?

• Lived Experience & Peer Mentorship: All AV coaches, staff, and volunteers bring an authentic understanding of autism. Our Programs Coordinator and Programs Manager both have lived experience, ensuring that the values of acceptance, respect, and empowerment guide every aspect of our service.
• Strengths-Based Methodology: AV Job Coaching focuses on your unique strengths, helping you identify suitable career paths and develop practical strategies—rather than providing prescriptive “treatment.”
• Career & Workplace Support: From clarifying your career priorities, to improving your résumé or preparing for interviews, to talking through team or social dynamics at work, we tailor every session to meet your personal needs and goals.

Who Can Apply?

• Age Requirement: Applicants must be 18 years or older.
• Neurodivergent Focus: We welcome applications from independently capable autistic individuals, and those who identify with similar neurodivergent profiles.
• Membership: Both members and non-members can apply. If you proceed beyond the initial discovery session, a current AV membership is required to continue coaching.

What Does Coaching Involve?

Our World of Work Job Coaching empowers you to implement positive change in your life and work. Unlike counselling or therapy, which often focus on remediation and problem-solving, coaching is forward-looking—emphasizing self-insight, self- action, and skill-building.

Common coaching topics include:

• Clarifying your career direction or next steps.
• Job search essentials: résumés, cover letters, and interview practice.
• Overcoming barriers and building resilience at work (e.g., burnout, team conflicts, accommodations).
• Strategizing how to communicate your needs to managers or coworkers.
• Executive function support (e.g., organization, planning, time management).

How Our Coaching Works

1. Discovery Session: We start with a complimentary call or online meeting to ensure a good coach-participant fit.
2. Coaching Sessions: Coaching is available in blocks of three sessions (each ~45 minutes). Depending on your preference or location, sessions can be:
   • Online via Zoom (preferred method).
   • Face-to-Face in the Melbourne area.
3. Cost: AUD $450 for three sessions.
   • NDIS participants may be able to use plan funds for these sessions.
4. Continuous Improvement: Our dedicated Programs Coordinator ( peer experience )  and Programs Manager  (lived experience) work closely with AV coaches to refine the coaching approach, ensuring it remains flexible, relevant, individualized, and supportive for all participants.

How to Apply

1. Online Application:
   • Click “Register” (or the link provided) to fill out the Coaching Program Application Form.
   • Upon successful submission, you will receive an automatic confirmation email and we’ll add your name to our coaching database.
2. Await Contact:
   • When a coaching space becomes available, we’ll be in touch to schedule your discovery session.
   • Please note: We often receive a high volume of interest, so there may be a waiting period.
3. Next Steps & Membership:
   • If you decide to continue beyond the discovery session, you’ll need to hold a current AV membership.

More Information

• Coaching Details & FAQs:
  • Visit our AV website for additional resources, FAQs, and program details.
• Mailing List:
  • Not quite ready to apply but want updates on job coaching opportunities? Join our AV mailing list specifically for coaching.
• Questions or Feedback:
  • Phone: 0480 385 710 (9am–5pm, Mon–Thu)
  • Email: AV admin team

We look forward to working alongside you and leveraging our peer-led, lived-experience expertise to help you discover and thrive in the world of work. If you have any questions about coaching or your eligibility, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

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