Yilabara is an Aboriginal owned employment and training company focused on driving economic independence for Aboriginal people and their communities. We deliver a range of government funded employment programs and provide consulting services for businesses and organisations working to improve Indigenous employment outcomes.
Yilabara is committed to being an employer of choice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for this key position.
The Role
It is an exciting time at Yilabara as we are expanding the services we offer community. We are looking for two Parent Pathway Mentors to join our Dubbo team. Our Mentors will assist parents of young children plan and prepare for employment by the time their youngest child reaches school age. Mentors will work with parents and help them access a broad range of external services and complementary programs that consider their individual needs. Services and supports will assist parents meet individual needs and goals, help them to care for their family and address both vocational and non‑vocational barriers such as legal, personal (domestic violence), health and environmental (housing) issues.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Assisting parents prepare for employment by the time their youngest child reaches school age
* Utilise program framework to help parents identify their education and employment goals
* Work with empathy and be non-judgemental in the development of an individualised Plan for each parent
* Work with parents to identify and address non-vocational barriers such as mental health, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, domestic violence, and housing. Advise on support services available to address such barriers and assist with referral and connection with services.
* Refer parents to appropriate activities and services to address vocational barriers and improve their work readiness
* Refer parents to appropriate education programs to improve or develop skills or obtain relevant qualifications required to achieve individual employment goals
* Assist with employment search skills including resume and application preparation, and job searching to identify appropriate opportunities
* Actively assist parents through frequent engagement and tailored support including job searching, interview coaching, reverse marketing to employers, and referrals to relevant support services
* Experience in a similar position utilising a strengths and trauma informed approach to developing and supporting the achievement of individualised client support plans
* High level written and verbal communication skills including the capacity to communicate professionally at all levels
* Knowledge and lived experience of the cultural practices, values, and issues that affect Aboriginal people in today’s society
* Ability to maintain efficient administrative and organisational systems
* Ability to use information technology, records management, and communication systems
* Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external business units and suppliers
* Proven strong relationship building and interpersonal skills
* Demonstrated ability to manage competing demands, prioritise, and meet deadlines
* Ability to work independently and as a member of a high performing team
* Valid National Police and Working With Children (WWCC) Checks
* Valid Current Driver's license [min P2]
These are exciting opportunities to make a significant contribution to a growing Aboriginal organisation with a commitment to Closing the Gap for Aboriginal people.
Applications for this role:
* must include a cover letter addressing the essential criteria
* close 10am Monday 25 November 2024
* will be progressively reviewed and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
If you have any questions about the role or just want to know more about this exciting opportunity please contact Jennayah Knight on 02 5858 4***
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