Senior Job Mentor

About Bamara 

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

Bamara has long history of working respectfully alongside communities and the people who live in them assisting and supporting community and individual goal achievement.

Bamara footprint extends 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.

Culture and Community

Bamara is a First Nation’s organisation, all staff are expected to participate in connection with community, respect relationships and apply this respect to each participant we work with across all diverse cultural backgrounds

Salary and Benefits

• 3 days bonus leave during the Christmas/New Year period
• Birthday leave
• Yearly Flu shot
• Retail and Entertainment discounts across leading brands through Flare Benefits program
• Opportunities to upskill with qualifications in Community Services
• Employee Assistance program for staff and their immediate families 
• Access to our wellness partner program with C-5
• First Nations Perspective training
• Rewards and recognition program

The role

We are seeking passionate, culturally aware Senior Job Mentors to join our team in Mount Isa.

As a Senior Job Mentor, you will support the staff on site while walking alongside our First Nations participants, providing tailored mentoring, guidance, and advocacy throughout their employment journey—from finding meaningful employment to maintaining long-term work.

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 participants and their communities.

• Support staff
• Build strong, respectful relationships with First Nations participants
• Provide individualised mentoring and coaching to support work readiness
• Assist clients in identifying career goals and developing job plans
• Prepare and assist participants to keep employment once gained.
• Connect participants 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

• Experience in Employment Services
• Demonstrate strong cultural competency in working with First Nations communities
• Participate in connection with community, respect relationships and apply this respect to each participant across all diverse cultural backgrounds
• Ability to apply mentoring, case management, and employment services
• Strong understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in relation to employment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including active listening and advocacy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of local community services, employers, and support networks
• High level of organisational and time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and/or case management systems
• Understanding of typical barriers faced by unemployed participants, particularly parents returning to the workforce
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong administration skills
• Ability to meet and exceed outcome-focused KPIs
• Must pass and have a current Police Check
• Must pass and have a current Working with Children Check and/or Vulnerable Persons Check
• Driver's License required