Pathways Coach at Mission Australia

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Sep, 26

Salary

81987.0

Posted On

28 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Career Counselling, Stakeholder Engagement, Workshop Facilitation, Pathway Planning, Microsoft Office, Client Systems, Communication, Organisation, Professional Boundaries, Labour Market Knowledge, Person-Centred Approach

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Permanent| Full Time Location: 2 roles in 2 location Cranbourne VIC 3977 Sale VIC 3850 - Working across Gippsland Region Traralgon and Bairnsdale Salary: $81987 + 12% Super + NFP Salary Packaging benefit Empower Parents, Transform Futures: Join Us as a Pathways Coach! Life at Mission Australia When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we advocate for a fairer Australia, to meet the growing needs of people across the country. Together we’re building hope and possibility for all. Find out more about us and our purpose. Your Opportunity As a Pathways Coach, you will support parents to overcome vocational and non‑vocational barriers and progress toward sustainable employment and education. Using a strengths‑based, person‑centred approach, you will build confidence, support wellbeing, and help participants achieve their goals. You will provide tailored one‑on‑one and group support, build strong community connections, and ensure participants feel valued and supported throughout their Parent Pathways journey. You may also assist across other Mission Australia sites, contributing to collaborative and effective service delivery that delivers positive outcomes for families. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload, identify barriers, and develop individualised Pathway Plans aligned with Parent Pathways and Mission Australia objectives. Deliver education, pre‑employment programs, and group workshops to build skills and employability. Maintain local labour market knowledge to connect participants with suitable work and training opportunities. Work closely with stakeholders, including Centrelink and Workforce Australia providers, to support coordinated participant outcomes. Maintain accurate records, meet administrative requirements, and ensure compliance with program guidelines. Requirements for Success Certificate III or IV in Community Services, Employment Services, Career Counselling, Health, or a related field (or currently studying). Mental Health First Aid and/or First Aid is desirable. Experience in Family Services, Workforce Australia, employment services, or case management. Strong ability to support participants to overcome barriers while building positive, professional relationships. Excellent communication, organisation, and IT skills, including Microsoft Office and client systems. A collaborative team mindset, professional boundaries, flexibility to travel, and willingness to support across programs. Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people. Your benefits Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay) Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support Volunteering opportunities Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Extra leave including Mission Australia Thank You Day & Work Anniversary Day off Our culture Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career. We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia. If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au or visit our Careers page for additional contact details. We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at Deadlycareers@missionaustralia.com.au Find out more about a career with Mission Australia. How to apply Click ‘Apply’ and send your application today! As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application. Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you Mission Australia is a national Christian charity motivated by a shared vision of an Australia where everyone has a safe home and can thrive. Since 1859, we’ve been standing alongside people in need across Australia, offering real hope that has lasting impact. Backed by our supporters, churches, partners, and funders, we work together for the long-term wellbeing of anyone who needs us, reflecting our values of respect, compassion, integrity, perseverance and celebration. We collaborate with people experiencing homelessness or disadvantage to tackle the root causes of their challenges through providing access to safe, affordable homes and innovative, evidence-based support services. Every day we deliver homelessness crisis and prevention services, provide social and affordable housing, assist struggling families and children, address mental health issues, fight substance dependencies, support people with disability and much more. Mission Australia believes a person’s circumstances shouldn’t define their future and that given the right support, everyone can reach their full potential. That’s why we stand together with Australians in need, until they can stand for themselves. Learn more about Mission Australia and our purpose.

Responsibilities

Support parents in overcoming vocational and non-vocational barriers to achieve sustainable employment and education. Manage a caseload to develop individualised Pathway Plans and deliver pre-employment programs and workshops.