• Opportunity Pathways Social Impact Investment (OP-SII)
• Full-time position
• Based in Maitland, NSW and servicing the Newcastle and Hunter region
• Access to a pool car, mobile phone and laptop for work use
• Attractive salary packaging

Please note this is an identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander position under Section 9A of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

About us

Wesley Mission is a high profile, multi-faceted Christian organisation making a real difference in the community. We work with the most disadvantaged in our community by providing over 200 services ranging from aged care, homeless services, child and family care, counselling, employment, training and education, and health services.

Our Vision is “Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as ever you can.”

About The Program

Opportunity Pathways Social Impact Investment (OP-SII) is funded by Department of Communities and Justice. It is a voluntary and non-obligational employment program that aims to improve the training, education and employment outcomes of Social Housing Clients leading to greater housing independence where appropriate. The Workplace Mentor role provides a strength-based approach, case management and wrap-around supports for program participants to achieve their individual training, employment and housing goals.

Essential Selection Criteria

• Identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, along with letter of Aboriginality
• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and issues; particularly those issues affected by social housing matters
• Experience in community engagement activities with Aboriginal communities and organisations, gaining outcomes and mutual benefits
• Certificate IV or equivalent and/or experience in the following: Employment Services,Community Services, Healthcare Services, Youth or Disability Services
• Demonstrated experience in working with clients with social and complex needs
• Demonstrated experience achieving contractual and organisational KPIs
• Excellent time management and negotiation skills
• Current Working with Children Check
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft and Client Management applications
• Demonstrated experience with written and verbal communication skills

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values and Worker code of conduct. We are committed to providing an environment in which children can feel safe and valued.

The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission (including provision of a valid Working with Children Check clearance number). Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.