Parent Pathways Mentor

YFS Ltd; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 86,000; Full time

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Job summary

YFS Ltd in Brisbane's Logan area is seeking a dedicated Mentor for the Parent Pathways program. Based at Slacks Creek and outreach offices, you will support parents with setting goals, overcoming barriers, and connecting them to employment and training opportunities.

The role offers a full-time contract, salary range A$80,263 to A$86,073 per year, with salary packaging options. Applicants with Certificate III/IV or Diploma, strong client focus and resilience are encouraged to apply; interviews

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV relevant qualifications for Junior Mentors and Diploma for Senior Mentors.
• Proven ability to support vulnerable individuals and families.
• Tech-savvy and quick to master new systems.

Responsibilities

• Mentor parents to set and achieve work and education goals.
• Link individuals to resources and opportunities in the Parent Pathways program.
• Work across Slacks Creek and outreach sites in Logan.

Education

Certificate III or IV relevant qualifications

Diploma level for Senior Mentors

Job description

Slacks Creek, Queensland 4127, Australia A$80,263 - A$86,073

Full-time Contract Worker

Posted 08 Oct 2026

Description

Join Us in Empowering Families with the Parent Pathways Program!

We’ve recently secured exciting new funding to implement the Parents Pathways Program—and we’re looking for passionate individuals to join our mission!

YFS is Logan's leading community services organisation, dedicated to making a real, lasting impact on people’s lives. If you’re someone who loves helping others grow and succeed, this is your chance to be part of something truly meaningful.

As a Mentor with our Parent Pathways team, you’ll play a key role in supporting parents, helping them overcome challenges and achieve their employment goals. This is your opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of families, setting them on the path to independence.

We’re seeking someone who’s driven by a genuine passion for empowering others and thrives in a dynamic, client-focused environment. At YFS, you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that’s committed to building brighter futures for our community.

If you’re ready to create change and support parents on their journey to success, we want to hear from you!

About the job

Role location: Slacks Creek and Outreach offices

Pay range: $80,263 to $86,073 a year based on experience, with salary packaging exempt from Fringe Benefits Tax available

In this role you will:

Be a dedicated, practical Mentor who aims to inspire and support parents of young children in setting and achieving their work and education goals. In the Parent Pathways program, you’ll help individuals thrive by providing tailored guidance and linking them to vital resources and opportunities.

About you

Aside from meeting the key capabilities outlined in the related role description available from the link below, you’ll be a great fit if:

• Relevant experience and qualifications (minimum of Certificate III or IV relevant qualifications for Junior Mentors and at least Diploma level for Senior Mentors) that showcase your dedication to supporting vulnerable individuals.
• Proven ability to build meaningful connections with those facing disadvantage and trauma, helping them on their journey to recovery.
• Tech-savvy and quick to master new systems, ensuring you’re always one step ahead.
• Strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities in employment and training for parents, empowering them to overcome barriers.
• Dependable and self-driven, ready to work independently at various outreach locations across Logan once trained.
• Experience in employment services is a bonus, but your passion for helping others is what truly sets you apart.

People from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people who identify as part of the LGBTIQA+ community, are encouraged to apply.

Contact Thandeka or Di on 07 3826 1500 if you want to talk about the role.

Closing Date: Thursday 22nd October 2026

Interviews scheduled for times agreed with applicants.

Company Overview

About us At YFS, we make a real difference to the lives of people living in Logan and surrounding areas. We have a real commitment to seeing people thrive, including our staff. We encourage staff to bring their entire selves to work, because we know that a happy workplace thrives. In our recent Employee Opinion Survey our staff said the best things about working at YFS are the challenging work/job satisfaction, fellow employees, teamwork, and pay and benefits. We’re serious about your professional development. And we empower each other to make decisions and try new ways of working. Depending on your role, we support flexible work arrangements. We also offer great employment benefits including above-average pay rates, generous salary packaging (exempt from Fringe Benefits Tax), portable long service leave, counselling support and free parking. To find out more about working with us, head to https://www.yfs.org.au/work-for-us/.