Cultural Mentor (Identified)
Cultural Mentor (Identified)
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Job Description
NGATANWAAR (Welcome)
Due to enormous expansion and internal promotion we are seeking the services of a Cultural Mentor
Work in an appreciative and supportive environment that offers generous remuneration including tax savings and additional leave where you will achieve real and meaningful outcomes that positively affect our community.
Established in 1979 Gunditjmara Aboriginal Cooperatives vision is simple: Empower the individual the family wins Empower the family the community wins Empower the community our culture wins. Our team of dedicated professionals work together to achieve this outcome as evidenced in our latest audit where we received two rare commendations Workforce Development and Diversity & Cultural Safety. Put simply this is a great and highly supportive place to work.
IDENTIFIED POSITION
This is an identified position. The Equal Opportunity Act permits special measures that help people who experience disadvantage to access equal opportunity in employment. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples are eligible to apply for this position which is exempt under the Special Measure Provision Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).
THE ROLE
The Cultural Mentor will work with young people experiencing issues associated with identity social disconnection and family breakdown. The Cultural Mentor will provide support and guidance using a strengths-based approach.
THE IDEAL PERSON FOR THIS ROLE
Essential
Identifies as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
Understanding and commitment to Aboriginal health Aboriginal culture and the philosophy and practice of Aboriginal Community Control
Ability to work with Aboriginal organisations communities and individuals in culturally appropriate ways.
Understanding of the historical and intergenerational trauma impacts on young Aboriginal people.
Mentor and empower young people to achieve their goals by sharing knowledge culture and life experiences in a relationship of mutual trust and cultural respect.
Writing up client notes and ability to communicate verbally with people.
Desirable
Relevant qualification.
Experience in working in a not-for-profit organisation or health setting.
Other Position Related Information
A current Victorian drivers license is required
For Further Information
Position descriptions are available on request by emailing
We are looking to fill these position ASAP however we will wait for the right candidate so get in quick.
We are a Child Safe organisation. This means that any job offer will be subject to strict screening processes and proof of immunisation (both childhood & Covid). See the position description for further information.
For further information please contact Hayley Harrison on (03)
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
