Parent Pathways Program Lead

Personnel Group; Wagga Wagga City Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Health insurance

Accredited training opportunities

Relocation opportunities

Birthday leave (Conditions apply)

Not-for-profit salary packaging

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Personnel Group is seeking a dynamic Leader to step into the Parent Pathways Program Lead role for maternity cover. Based in Griffith or Wagga Wagga, you will guide mentors, drive service delivery across the Murray Riverina region, and build strong partnerships with local organisations to help parents and carers reach education and employment goals.

You will manage daily operations, ensure compliance and reporting, and promote a respectful, inclusive workplace while supporting staff development

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Community Services, Social Work, Leadership, or related discipline.
• Experience managing community, education, or employment programs.
• Strong financial literacy and budgeting experience.
• Commitment to staff development and positive team culture.
• Current driver's licence and willingness to travel across the Murray Riverina region.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to mentors across multiple sites.
• Oversee daily operations of the Parent Pathways Program.
• Build partnerships with local organisations and promote the program.
• Ensure compliance, reporting, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Team coordination

Community development

Education

Tertiary qualification in Community Services, Social Work, Leadership

Job description

The Personnel Group is a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organisation that has been supporting individuals and communities across Australia since 1986. Originally focused on helping people with disabilities transition into open employment, the organisation has expanded its services to include Employment, Health, Training, and Community support through a wraparound model. Operating under sub-brands like MP Recruitment and Aspire Support Services, it serves metro, regional, and rural areas. Despite its growth, The Personnel Group remains committed to its founding values of relationship-building, equity, and inclusion, aiming to create a fairer and more equal world through innovation and integrated services.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate leader to take on the role of Parent Pathways Program Lead for a maternity leave cover role. You will be responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of the Parent Pathways Program across the Murray Riverina region. Based in Griffith or Wagga Wagga, you’ll lead a team of dedicated mentors, build strong community partnerships, and support parents and carers of young children to overcome barriers to education and employment.

This is a full-time position that requires regular travel across the region, including Griffith, Leeton, Wagga Wagga, Corowa, Deniliquin, and surrounding areas around these towns.

Key Objectives

• Program Leadership & Site Management: Manage daily operations of the Parent Pathways Program and provide leadership to mentors across multiple sites.
• Community & Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong partnerships with local organisations and promote the program through events and outreach initiatives.
• Customer Support: Support parents and carers to achieve education and employment goals and connect them with appropriate services.
• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure compliance, accurate reporting, and contribute to continuous improvement across all program activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Tertiary qualification in Community Services, Social Work, Leadership, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience managing community, education, or employment programs (highly regarded).
• Strong financial literacy and experience managing budgets.
• Commitment to staff development and fostering a positive team culture.
• Current Drivers Licence and flexibility to travel across the Murray Riverina region.
• Compliance ready: Satisfactory Police Check and NSW Working with Children Check.

Why work with us?

At Personnel Group, we prioritize your growth and well-being in a supportive atmosphere. Our diverse and inclusive environment values different perspectives and backgrounds, promoting a culture of equality and respect.

Working at the Personnel group you will enjoy the following benefits:

• Dedicated Induction and Onboarding time
• Flexible work options
• Major retailer discounts
• Health insurance and household expense benefits
• Health and Wellbeing app
• Not-for-profit salary packaging
• Birthday leave (Conditions apply)
• Smartphone and laptop provided
• Relocation opportunities: City, Sea, Mountains, Country
• Accredited training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program: career, family, financial, and health counselling

Additional Information

Preferred candidates must provide or be willing to undertake relevant compliance checks, including, National Police, and Working with Children checks. A driver’s licence is essential. For a position description or more information about the role, please email our People and Culture team on ****@personnelgroup.com.au

The Personnel Group is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from people who have a disability, are LGBTIQA+, and people of culturally diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent.