Job Mentor

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Introduction:
About Bamara

We bring years of experience and authentic engagement in regional, remote, and urban locations to our services.

Over the past 8 years,bamara has work with people to support them as they achieve their goals.

Bamara delivers services in communities across New South Wales, the Northern Territory, and Queensland. Our focus is on building individual and community capacity and prosperity through the design and delivery of projects, programs and initiatives underpinned by Australian government (state and federal) funding.

Salary and Benefits

• Generous salary
• 3 days bonus leave during the Christmas/New Year period
• Retail and Entertainment discounts across leading brands
• Opportunities to upskill with qualifications
• Employee Assistance program for staff and their immediate families
• First Nations Perspective training

Description:
About us

As a proud First Nations Specialist provider under the Workforce Australia contract, we are committed to empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through culturally safe , strengths- based employment services. Our team supports jobseekers to build confidence, develop skills and connect with meaningful employment and training opportunities

The role

We are seeking a part time 7.6 hours per week passionate and culturally aware mentor to join our team in the location of Ingham.

As a job mentor, you will walk alongside our First Nations jobseekers, offering tailored mentoring, guidance, and advocacy throughout their employment journey.

Key Responsibilities

As a Job Mentor at Bamara, you will play a crucial role in guiding and supporting individuals in their professional development. Working within an innovative and dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the career growth of our employees.

• Build strong, respectful relationships with First Nations job seekers
• Provide individualised mentoring and coaching to support work readiness
• Assist clients in identifying career goals and developing job plans
• Connect job seekers with suitable training, employment, and community support services
• Liaise with employers to support sustainable employment outcomes
• Maintain accurate records and comply with Workforce Australia contractual obligations

Skills and Experiences:
About you

• Proven experience in mentoring or coaching individuals in a professional setting
• Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander/ or have experience working in a culturally competent manner
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and guidance to support First Nations Jobseekers
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently to manage a caseload
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Empathy and patience when working with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Knowledge of local industry-specific job requirements and career pathways is an advantage
• Experience in creating personalised job plans for individuals
• Experience in either employment services, youth work, community services or mentoring highly regarded
• Proficiency in using relevant mentoring tools and software
• Must have WWCC and be able to satisfactorily pass a police check

Why Join us?

• Culturally safe ad inclusive workplace
• Ongoing professional development and cultural learning
• Opportunities to make a genuine impact in the community
• Supportive and passionate team environment