At a Glance
- Tasks: Support parents in overcoming barriers and achieving their goals through community connections.
- Company: Bamara, a First Nation’s organisation dedicated to community empowerment.
- Benefits: Generous salary, bonus leave, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Engaging role with opportunities for personal growth and cultural connection.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while supporting parents on their journey.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Community Services and experience with Aboriginal communities preferred.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
About Bamara
We bring years of experience and authentic engagement in regional, remote, and urban locations to our services. Bamara has a long history of working respectfully alongside communities and the people who live in them, assisting and supporting community and individual goal achievement. Bamara's footprint extends across New South Wales, the Northern Territory, and Queensland. Our focus is on building individual and community capacity and prosperity through the design and delivery of projects, programs, and initiatives underpinned by Australian government (state and federal) funding.
Culture and Community
Bamara is a First Nation’s organisation; all staff are expected to participate in connection with community, respect relationships, and apply this respect to each participant we work with across all diverse cultural backgrounds.
Salary and Benefits
Generous salary
3 days bonus leave during the Christmas/New Year period
Birthday leave
Yearly flu shot
Retail and entertainment discounts across leading brands through Flare Benefits program
Opportunities to upskill with qualifications in Community Services
Employee Assistance program for staff and their immediate families
Access to our wellness partner program with C-5 First Nations Perspective training
Rewards and recognition program
About the role
The Parent Pathway Support Mentor is responsible for the delivery of the Parent Pathways Program for Bamara on behalf of the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. The role is to deliver assistance to participants by working closely with them to identify their barriers and create achievable steps and goals. The Support Mentor will create connections to local support services in the community for our Parent Pathway participants. Support Mentors are committed to creating, designing, and delivering culturally competent services to positively impact local communities whilst driving sustainability, independence, and prosperity to all our participants. This will be achieved through building participant confidence, developing their skills, and walking beside parents as they navigate their own journey. Support Mentors are to source eligible participants within the community by engaging in local events, community activities, and by attending local services to actively promote the service.
Skills and Experience
Has completed or is currently studying Certificate III (or above) in Community Services
Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, organisations, and communities
Understanding of typical barriers faced by unemployed participants, particularly parents returning to the workforce or entering it for the first time after having children
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong administration skills
Ability to meet and exceed outcome-focused KPIs
Promotional, marketing, representational, and advocacy skills
Ability to build rapport quickly and effectively
Case management skills
Time management and organisational skills
Experience in community services, employment services, and/or social services
Experience working with parents who have had children with them in case management appointments
Experience in working with participants to address barriers
Must pass and have a current Police Check (ongoing requirement for employment)
Must pass and have a current Working with Children Check/Blue Card and/or Vulnerable Persons Check (ongoing requirement for employment)
Must have access to a vehicle for community engagement and stakeholder engagement purposes
Must be able to obtain a standard strength myID.
Parent Pathways Support Mentor employer: Bamara Elmo Hr Hub
Bamara is an exceptional employer that prioritises community engagement and cultural respect, making it a rewarding place to work as a Parent Pathways Support Mentor. With generous benefits such as bonus leave, birthday leave, and opportunities for professional development, employees are supported in their personal and career growth. The inclusive work culture fosters strong connections with diverse communities, allowing staff to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.
