Parent Pathways Mentor

Work Skills Tasmania; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 36.000 - 48.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Salary packaging

5 weeks annual leave

12 days personal leave

Training and development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Workskills Tasmania is seeking a motivated Parent Pathways Mentor to join our Southern Tasmania team. This part-time role (3 days per week) supports and motivates parents to engage with education and employment opportunities, working closely with the Parent Pathways Manager and Senior Mentors to deliver the program to eligible participants.

You will engage with parents, provide guidance to upskill, build confidence, and coordinate with community stakeholders.

Formación

• Excellent interpersonal skills which can be used to build confidence and motivate people from diverse backgrounds
• Your ability to communicate with confidence, calmness and empathy
• An understanding of the barriers faced by Parents who are returning to work
• The ability to professionally engage with community stakeholders and established local networks
• Empowering case management skills, and experience working with people with diverse backgrounds and varying degrees of disadvantage
• The ability to negotiate, problem solve and resolve conflict
• Proven experience as an enthusiastic team player
• The ability to prioritise competing demands and remainorganised under pressure
• Strong administrationand computer skills
• Certificate III or IV level qualification in Community Services, Youth Work, Employment Services, Mental Health, or another relevant qualification in the field (or working towards).
• Acurrent Tasmanian Drivers' Licence

Responsabilidades

• Deliver the Parent Pathways Program to eligible participants in Southern Tasmania
• Engage with parents, offering support and guidance to upskill and empower them to prepare for study or work
• Collaborate with the Parent Pathways Manager and Senior Mentors to ensure program effectiveness
• Engage with community stakeholders and local networks to support participants
• Support case management activities and maintain accurate records
• Uphold safety, confidentiality and client welfare standards

Conocimientos

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Case management

Team player

Organisational skills

Computer skills

Educación

Certificate III or IV in Community Services or related field

Descripción del empleo

About us

Workskills is a proud, local not-for-profit that has been supporting Tasmanians into meaningful employment for over 40 years, and we're just as passionate about it today.

Based across Southern Tasmania, we're all about community, connection, and creating real opportunities for people to thrive. Our work makes a genuine difference, supporting stronger people, stronger families, and stronger communities.

Our approach is simple and seriously rewarding. We take the time to understand people, build confidence and skills, connect them with the right employment or training opportunities, and support them to succeed long-term.

Our teams are friendly, down-earth, and big on providing exceptional service. We celebrate wins (big and small), back each other, and are always looking for better ways to do what we do. Continuous improvement isn't a buzzword here; it's part of our everyday work.

Opportunity

Part-time – 3 days per week

Due to growth in our program, we are looking for an energetic individual with a strong passion for supporting and motivating others to succeed and reach their full potential. As a Parent Pathways Mentor, you will work closely with and assist the Parent Pathways Manager and Parent Pathways Senior Mentors to deliver the Parent Pathways Program to eligible participants in Southern Tasmania.

You will be instrumental in the engagement of parents, offering support and guidance in order to upskill and empower them to prepare for study or work.

What we are looking for in you

• Excellent interpersonal skills which can be used to build confidence and motivate people from diverse backgrounds
• Your ability to communicate with confidence, calmness and empathy
• An understanding of the barriers faced by Parents who are returning to work
• The ability to professionally engage with community stakeholders and established local networks
• Empowering case management skills, and experience working with people with diverse backgrounds and varying degrees of disadvantage
• The ability to negotiate, problem solve and resolve conflict
• Proven experience as an enthusiastic team player
• The ability to prioritise competing demands and remainorganised under pressure
• Strong administrationand computer skills
• Certificate III or IV level qualification in Community Services, Youth Work, Employment Services, Mental Health, or another relevant qualification in the field (or working towards).
• Acurrent Tasmanian Drivers' Licence

What we will offer you

• Modern, safe, friendly and supportive work environment
• A competitive salary plus salary packaging options
• 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
• 12 days personal leave (pro rata)
• Training and development opportunities

Eligibility and Safety Requirements

As a Child and Young People Safe Organisation all employees are required to undertake a Working with Children Check and a National Police Check.

Equal Opportunity

Workskills Tasmania is a proud Employer of Choice, dedicated to championing equity and diversity within its team. We extend equal opportunities to all candidates and actively welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for all positions.

Confidentiality

All applications are treated in the strictest of confidence.