Mentor

RGIT Australia; Sutherland Shire Council; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Supportive team

Ongoing learning and development

Meaningful relationships with people

Valued contribution to workplace

Job summary

Australian Mentoring Services (AMS) is seeking Permanent Part-Time Mentors to empower participants with psychosocial disability and ASD. Mentors support people in homes and the community, helping them develop daily living skills, confidence and independence.

The role emphasizes genuine relationships, respect and person-centred goals with opportunities across Liverpool, Fairfield and Roselands. You’ll work in a supportive team, with access to ongoing learning and a commitment to meaningful

Qualifications

• Experience in disability, mental health, psychosocial support, youth work, community services or similar environment is highly regarded.
• Valid NSW Driver’s Licence P2 or Full Licence.
• NDIS Worker Check.
• NSW Working with Children Check.
• Ability to work within a rotating roster, including some evenings, weekends and overnight shifts.

Responsibilities

• Develop daily living and independent living skills for participants.
• Build confidence and work towards personal goals.
• Develop social connections and participate in the community.
• Access education, employment and other opportunities.
• Develop cooking, cleaning, meal planning and budgeting skills.
• Build positive routines and healthy relationships.
• Work towards greater independence and self-determination.
• Implement Individual Support Plans and Behaviour Support Plans.
• Provide a safe, respectful and empowering environment.

Skills

Relationship building

Patience

Empathy

Non-judgemental

Reliability

Job description

Sutherland, New South Wales 2232, Australia • A$34.58 - A$39.53

Part-time Permanent Entry Level

Posted 21 Sep 2026

Description

Become a Mentor with Australian Mentoring Services (AMS)

We’re looking for people who want to make a real difference — not just fill a shift.

At Australian Mentoring Services (AMS), we do things a little differently.

You might know this role as a Support Worker, but at AMS we call our people Mentors — because we believe the role is about so much more than providing support.

It’s about empowering people, building confidence, developing skills, creating opportunities and helping someone live a life worth living.

We’re currently looking for Permanent Part-Time Mentors to join our team across Liverpool, Fairfield and Roselands, supporting participants with psychosocial disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

What does being a Mentor mean?

Being a Mentor is about getting to know the person, understanding what matters to them and supporting them to work towards their own goals.

Some days might involve helping someone develop their cooking, budgeting or household skills. Other days could be getting out into the community, supporting someone to reconnect with family or culture, building social connections, attending appointments or simply being there when someone needs a little encouragement.

You’re not there to do everything for someone — you’re there to help them discover what they can do.

And sometimes, the biggest wins are the little ones.

We’re not looking for bums on seats.

We’re looking for people who genuinely want to make a difference in someone’s life.

You’ll need to be someone who:

• Builds genuine, respectful relationships
• Is patient, empathetic and non-judgemental
• Can see the person, not just the disability
• Celebrates the small wins
• Is comfortable working with people who may have complex needs or behaviours
• Can encourage independence while providing the right level of support
• Is reliable, resilient and able to think on your feet
• Wants to learn and grow alongside the people you support

Previous experience in disability, mental health, psychosocial support, youth work, community services or a similar environment is highly regarded.

But just as important to us is who you are and why you want to do this work.

What you'll be doing

As a Mentor, you will support participants in their homes and in the community to:

• Develop daily living and independent living skills
• Build confidence and work towards personal goals
• Develop social connections and participate in the community
• Access education, employment and other opportunities
• Develop cooking, cleaning, meal planning and budgeting skills
• Build positive routines and healthy relationships
• Work towards greater independence and self-determination
• Implement Individual Support Plans and Behaviour Support Plans
• Provide a safe, respectful and empowering environment

You’ll work both independently and as part of a team, always respecting the rights, choices and goals of the people we support.

Where are the opportunities?

We are currently recruiting for opportunities across:

Liverpool | Fairfield | Roselands | Southwest Sydney | Shire

Our participants have different needs, personalities, goals and interests — so no two days are exactly the same.

Come and meet us!

We believe recruitment should be a two-way conversation.

Our interviews are held face-to-face at our AMS Head Office in Campbelltown, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet our team, learn more about AMS and get a real feel for what we do.

We want you to ask questions too — because finding the right fit works both ways.

Why AMS?

At AMS, we support people who may have been overlooked or told that certain things aren't possible.

We believe in possibility, connection and empowerment.

We want our Mentors to come to work knowing that what they do matters — because the relationships you build and the support you provide can genuinely change someone's day, their confidence and, over time, their life.

You’ll also have access to:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A supportive and values-led team
• Ongoing learning and development
• The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with the people you support
• A workplace where your contribution is valued

To join the AMS team, you’ll need:

• Valid NSW Driver’s Licence P2 or Full Licence
• NDIS Worker Check
• NSW Working with Children Check
• Ability to work within a rotating roster, including some evenings, weekends and overnight shifts
• A genuine commitment to supporting people to achieve their goals

Ready to be more than a Support Worker?

If you’re looking for a role where you can build relationships, create opportunities and genuinely make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people with lived experience of mental health conditions.

Company Overview

Beyond Independence AMS provides a unique, fully tailored service for participants seeking to rebuild their lives and reintegrate into the community with new skills. We focus on: Young people leaving care who need ongoing support due to intellectual disability or complex needs. Individuals reintegrating after prison, juvenile justice, or mental health facilities. People with intellectual disabilities and complex needs, including mental health challenges, behaviours of concern, substance abuse, and trauma histories. Our mentoring ensures participants can: Learn new skills Build prosocial relationships Contribute to their community Improve overall well-being Make safe, independent choices We provide non-judgmental, personalised support across Sydney and Wollongong, with plans to expand into rural communities.