Parent Pathways Mentor

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

This role is currently advertised as part-time, however full time is also available.

As a Parent Pathways Mentor, you'll support parents of young children to overcome challenges, build confidence, and pursue education or employment - connecting them with the right resources, opportunities, and support to help them thrive. You'll play a key role in raising program awareness through community engagement initiatives, while delivering support across our outreach centres.

• 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.
• Connect to Services: Link participants with childcare, training, financial aid, and wellbeing supports to ease pressure and enable progress.
• Engage Community: Promote the program and build strong partnerships with local services and employers to open pathways to work experience and employment.
• Outreach Delivery: Travel to outreach centres to provide in-person support and manage participant caseloads.
• Administration &Compliance: Manage caseloads efficiently, maintain accurate records, and ensure all service delivery meets program guidelines and contractual obligations.

What You Bring

• Qualifications: Certificate III in Community, Employment Services or related field (or working towards).
• Experience: Community services or childcare experience is valued, as is lived experience overcoming barriers and navigating support systems.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong emotional intelligence and rapport-building skills, with the ability to connect meaningfully and communicate with empathy.
• Initiative & Organisation: Skilled in planning and executing community engagement initiatives, with a proactive approach to promoting program awareness.
• 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 make a real difference in the lives of parents and build a career with purpose, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information refer to the attached position description, or 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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