Parent Pathways Manager

At CVGT Employment, we believe meaningful work transforms lives. Since 1983, we've been unlocking potential and creating brighter futures - connecting people to opportunity, supporting businesses with capable talent, and strengthening the communities we serve. With locations across Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania, we're proud to be a not-for-profit, for-purpose organisation committed to building inclusive employment pathways that make a real difference.

What You'll Do

As a Parent Pathways Manager, you'll lead with purpose, adaptability, and a people-first mindset. You'll empower your team to deliver person-centred support to parents of young children to overcome challenges, build confidence, and pursue education or employment. In addition to driving quality outcomes, you'll play a key role in raising program awareness through community engagement initiatives and strengthening partnerships that enhance service delivery and long-term impact.

With a hands-on leadership approach, you'll balance strategic oversight with operational excellence, fostering a culture of performance, innovation, and continuous improvement. You'll ensure your team feels supported, caseloads are effectively managed, and both outcomes and strategic goals are consistently achieved.

• Lead with Purpose: Support your team through regular coaching, supervision, and feedback, fostering a culture of empathy, professionalism, and continuous growth.
• Empower Parents: Build trust and guide participants to set goals and take steps toward education, employment, and personal growth.
• Tailored Support: Deliver personalised, strengths-based case management that respects parenting responsibilities and addresses diverse barriers.
• Engage Community: Promote the program and build strong partnerships with local services and employers to open pathways to work experience and employment.
• Program Performance: Manage caseloads, team performance, and drive service delivery to meet contractual, compliance, and quality standards.

What You Bring

• Qualifications: Diploma or Certificate IV in Community or Employment Services, Youth Work, or related field (or working towards).
• Background: In community services or childcare is valued, as is lived experience overcoming barriers and navigating support systems.
• Operational Leadership: Proven ability to lead teams and manage budgets, reporting, and service delivery in performance-focused environments.
• Interpersonal Skills: You lead with empathy, authenticity, and resilience - building trust, driving accountability, and cultivating strong, supportive relationships.
• Tech Savvy: Confident with Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and digital tools.
• Pre-Requisites: Full eligibility to work in Australia, with the ability to obtain a National Police Check, Working with Children Check, and/or Vulnerable Persons Check.

What's In It for You

• Salary Packaging – Maximise your take-home pay with flexible options.
• Extra Leave Benefits – Enjoy additional time off to recharge and thrive.
• Wellbeing Support – Access our Employee Assistance Program and Perkbox benefits.
• Professional Growth – Ongoing training, development, and career progression.
• Inclusive Culture – Proudly recognised as a Diversity Council of Australia Inclusive Employer, 2023–2024.

Apply NowIf you're ready to lead with purpose, support a passionate team, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of parents, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information or to request a copy of the position description, please contact People & Culture at

Important Information: To be considered for this role, you must have the legal right to work in Australia. Pre-employment checks, including a Working with Children Check or Vulnerable Persons Check, and National Police Check, are required prior to commencement. We're reviewing applications as they're received, so don't wait to take the next step in your career.

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