Mentor IEA

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
• Performance related bonuses

About the role

We are looking for a passionate and motivated Mentor to join our Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) team. In this rewarding role, you will support people with disability to build confidence, overcome barriers and achieve their employment goals.

As a Mentor, you will work closely with participants to provide personalised support, guidance and encouragement throughout their employment journey. You will build strong relationships with participants and employers, helping participants develop the skills, confidence and independence they need to succeed in the workplace.

Key responsibilities

• Provide individualised mentoring and support to participants.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with participants and employers.
• Support participants to identify and work towards their employment goals.
• Assist participants to develop workplace skills, confidence and independence.
• Provide practical support during the transition into employment.
• Maintain regular contact with participants and monitor their progress.
• Identify and address barriers that may impact a participant’s ability to obtain or maintain employment.
• Work collaboratively with employers, colleagues and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and timely participant records and case notes.
• Ensure all services are delivered in line with program requirements, policies and procedures.

Desired Skills and Experience 

• Passionate about helping people achieve their goals.
• A strong communicator who can build rapport with a diverse range of people.
• Patient, empathetic and solutions focused.
• Confident working independently and as part of a team.
• Organised and able to manage competing priorities.
• Comfortable working with employers and community stakeholders.
• Experienced in employment services, disability, community services, mentoring or a similar field (desirable).
• Must pass and have a current Police Check (ongoing requirement for employment)
• Must pass and have a current Working with Children Check (ongoing requirement for employment)
• Drivers License