Join Our Team as a Parent Pathways Mentor
Empower parents. Build confidence. Change lives.
Bridging the Gap is seeking passionate, motivated and community-minded Mentors to join our growing Parent Pathways team.
Parent Pathways is a voluntary Australian Government program that supports parents and carers of young children to achieve their personal, education and employment goals. As a Mentor, you will play a meaningful role in helping parents overcome barriers, build confidence, connect with services and take positive steps towards their future.
Location: Gosnells, Armadale & Cannington
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time or Part-Time
About the Role
As a Parent Pathways Mentor, you will work alongside parents and carers to provide personalised support that empowers them to reach their goals.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing one-on-one mentoring and facilitating group activities.
- Supporting participants to identify and achieve personal, education and employment goals.
- Developing individual action plans tailored to each participant's needs.
- Connecting participants with community services, training opportunities and other relevant supports.
- Monitoring participant progress and adapting support strategies where required.
- Maintaining accurate case notes, records and referrals.
- Building strong relationships with community organisations and referral partners.
- Achieving individual Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and program targets.
- Contributing to a positive, collaborative and supportive team culture.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Is passionate about supporting people to achieve their goals.
- Builds genuine relationships through empathy, respect and professionalism.
- Is resilient, adaptable and able to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Has excellent communication, organisational and time management skills.
- Is confident using computers and completing administrative tasks.
- Can work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Is motivated to achieve outcomes while maintaining a participant-centred approach.
Skills & Experience
To be successful in this role you will have:
- A minimum Certificate III or IV qualification (or be actively working towards one) in Community Services, Employment Services or a related field.
- Relevant experience working in community, employment, youth, family or social services.
- A current Australian Driver's Licence.
· National Police Clearance
· Working with Children Check
· A myID digital identity, or willingness to obtain one
Why Join Bridging the Gap?
We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we are committed to supporting you both personally and professionally.
You'll enjoy:
- Permanent full-time or part-time opportunities.
- Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay.
- Ongoing professional development and career progression.
- Supportive leadership and mentoring.
- Birthday leave.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- A welcoming and inclusive team culture.
- The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of local families every day.
About Bridging the Gap
Bridging the Gap is a not-for-profit organisation committed to strengthening communities by supporting individuals and families to achieve sustainable education, employment and wellbeing outcomes. Through Parent Pathways, we empower parents to build confidence, develop skills and create brighter futures for themselves and their children.
Apply Now
If you're looking for a rewarding career where every day makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Click Apply Now and submit your resume and a cover letter telling us why you're the right fit for our Parent Pathways team.
For a confidential discussion, contact:
Kelly Tillett
0425 447 726
[email protected]
Applications will be assessed as they are received, so don't delay in applying.
Pay: From $32.02 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
