• Role location: Slacks Creek and Outreach offices
• Role type: Permanent, full-time
• Pay range: $76,610 to $82,169 a year based on experience, with salary packaging exempt from Fringe Benefits Tax available

About the job

Join Us in Empowering Families with the Parent Pathways Program!

We’ve recently secured exciting new funding to implement the Parents Pathways Program—and we’re looking for passionate individuals to join our mission!

YFS is Logan's leading community services organisation, dedicated to making a real, lasting impact on people’s lives. If you’re someone who loves helping others grow and succeed, this is your chance to be part of something truly meaningful.

As a Mentor with our Parent Pathways team, you’ll play a key role in supporting parents, helping them overcome challenges and achieve their employment goals. This is your opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of families, setting them on the path to independence.

We’re seeking someone who’s driven by a genuine passion for empowering others and thrives in a dynamic, client-focused environment. At YFS, you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that’s committed to building brighter futures for our community.
If you’re ready to create change and support parents on their journey to success, we want to hear from you!

In this role you will:

Be a dedicated, practical Mentor who aims to inspire and support parents of young children in setting and achieving their work and education goals. In the Parent Pathways program, you’ll help individuals thrive by providing tailored guidance and linking them to vital resources and opportunities.

About you

Aside from meeting the key capabilities outlined in the related role description available from the link below, you’ll be a great fit if:

• Relevant experience and qualifications (minimum of Certificate III or IV relevant qualifications for Junior Mentors and at least Diploma level for Senior Mentors) that showcase your dedication to supporting vulnerable individuals.
• Proven ability to build meaningful connections with those facing disadvantage and trauma, helping them on their journey to recovery.
• Tech-savvy and quick to master new systems, ensuring you’re always one step ahead.
• Strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities in employment and training for parents, empowering them to overcome barriers.
• Dependable and self-driven, ready to work independently at various outreach locations across Logan once trained.
• Experience in employment services is a bonus, but your passion for helping others is what truly sets you apart.

Interested?

Apply Now with your resume and a one-page covering letter outlining what you will bring to the job.

People from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people who identify as part of the LGBTIQA+ community, are encouraged to apply.

Contact Thandeka or Diana on 07 3826 1500 if you want to talk about the role.

Interviews scheduled for times agreed with applicants.

A position description is attached.