Senior Mentor – Parent Pathways

5 days ago


Cessnock, New South Wales, Australia Mai-Wel Limited Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

About us

The Mai-Wel Group has been providing a diverse range of disability services to residents of the Hunter Valley for over 65 years. What began as a group of local families coming together to provide education and opportunity to their children has today developed into a thriving business supporting more than 1,500 participants across seven Local Government areas.

Make a difference in the lives of parents and families in your community

At The Mai-Wel Group, we are dedicated to empowering parents with children under six to achieve their educational and employment goals while balancing the unique challenges of raising a family. As a Senior Mentor – Parent Pathways, you will play a vital role in providing holistic, strengths-based support to help parents overcome barriers and build brighter futures.

What you'll be doing

  • Deliver person-centred, strengths-based support to parents across the Upper Hunter region.
  • Help participants identify, plan, and work towards education and employment goals.
  • Provide intensive case management for parents facing complex challenges such as mental health, family violence, or substance misuse.
  • Connect participants with local services, employers, and community resources.
  • Promote the Parent Pathways program and engage with stakeholders to attract voluntary registrations.
  • Maintain accurate case records and contribute to program audits and quality measures.

What you'll bring

  • Experience in the employment or community sector, supporting people with complex needs.
  • Strong case management skills and an understanding of professional boundaries.
  • Proficiency with a range of software programs.
  • Diploma-level qualification in Community Services, Employment Services, or a related field.
  • A passion for helping others and building strong, trusting relationships.

Lived experience of overcoming disadvantage and navigating service systems will be highly regarded.

Why join us?

  • Work with a supportive, values-driven organisation committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Make a genuine difference in the lives of families in your community.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may close early if the right candidate is found.

Apply now to be part of a team that changes lives.



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