The Waalitj Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation that strives to be a leader in the provision of education, business and employment opportunities for First Nations People. We aim to influence and inspire the empowerment of First Nations People through our diverse work force. We are passionate about our focus in providing education, employment, and business opportunities.
About the Program: The Waalitj Foundation delivers the Australian Government's Workforce Australia program, in partnership with the Department of Employment and Workforce Relations, boosting employment prospects across Kalgoorlie.
The new initiative is a model that consolidates the existing Jobactive program providing enhanced services and support for people looking for work. Through this program, the Waalitj Foundation delivers a range of enhanced services including building job ready skills, training and qualification support, mentoring, networking opportunities and post-placement support.
About the Position: The Employment Mentor is responsible for working individually with participants and support networks to assist them into employment and training opportunities. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build upon partnerships within the community and run programs, workshops, meetings, and provide intensive individual mentoring to participants.
Our Employment Mentors will be based in our Kalgoorlie office reporting into the Program Manager. This is a full-time position however part time will be considered for the right candidate.
This is a fixed term employment contract until June 2025 , with possible extension.
Skills and Experience: To be suitable for this role you will need to demonstrate the following experience and attributes:
Demonstrated experience in the provision of mentoring support and assistance to job seekers with complex needs Experience in employment services Ability to gather data and complete reporting requirements to meet quality assurance and contractual obligations Ability to navigate database or CRM systems preferably ESSWeb Ability to work collaboratively with employers, community organisations and support services Ability to engage, network and maintain relationships Have knowledge and understanding around barriers to employment Ability to work within a small team and independently High level of communication skills, both verbal and written Police clearance (or ability to obtain) Current Working with Children Check (or ability to obtain) C Class Driver's Licence You must have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job What We Offer You: An attractive salary including Salary Packaging Employee Assistance Program Staff Giving Program Health and Wellbeing Program Free parking on site A friendly, supportive and flexible work environment We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Please apply with a Cover Letter and Resume by Wednesday 13 November 2024
For position related inquiries please contact the People and Capability Team at
NB: Shortlisting may happen prior to closing date.
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