Indigenous Mentor
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30+ days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Who are Asuria
We are a leading provider of Employment Services in Australia dedicated to connecting individuals with sustainable employment are a company that beats to an Enterprising Heart and our mission is to inspire support and guide participants to unlock their full potential. Our people are at the heart of everything we do!
What will you do
In this role you will build genuine culturally safe relationships with Indigenous participants supporting them to overcome both vocational and non-vocational barriers and move toward meaningful employment. You will achieve success in this by:
- Building strong respectful relationships with participants recognising that trust is earned over time
- Providing tailored coaching and support that develops long-term capability not just short-term outcomes
- Identifying and addressing barriers such as housing instability justice involvement health and personal circumstances
- Navigate sensitive or challenging conversations while maintaining trust
- Understanding the unique needs strengths and aspirations of each participant
- Collaborating with community stakeholders and internal teams to provide holistic support
- Working closely with employers to create meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities
- Achieve sustainable employment through building capability with our participants
Who are you
We are looking for someone who is highly relational adaptable and committed to making a genuine difference. You will bring skills and experience including:
- Proven ability to build trust with individuals who may be disengaged from services
- Experience working with people facing complex barriers (e.g. justice system involvement trauma housing instability or long-term unemployment)
- Strong cultural awareness and/or experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- The ability to adapt your communication style to suit different individuals and cultural contexts
- Resilience patience and the ability to work in an environment where progress is not always linear
Why this role matters
This is not a purely administrative or transactional role. It requires resilience emotional intelligence and a genuine commitment to supporting individuals through complex barriers.
Your work will contribute to improving employment outcomes and long-term wellbeing for Indigenous participants and their communities.
What can we offer you
All Asurians enjoy a raft of Employee Benefits including:
- Access to career development opportunities
- Up to 15 weeks of paid Parental Leave
- Bonus Leave days
- Salary Sacrificing for Superannuation and Novated Leasing
- Employee discount program covering a range of goods and services
How do you join the team
If you are interested in joining a fast-growing organisation that beats to an Enterprising Heart then clickApply!
If you need any adjustments to participate in our recruitment process please let us know in your please contact us directly at to advise your adjustment requirements.
Asuria is proud to be recognised as a Diversity Council Australia (DCA) Inclusive Employer for 2024-2025. This recognition reflects our commitment to fostering a diverse equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and supported to thrive. When you join Asuria youll be part of a team that embraces people from all backgrounds experiences and abilities ensuring that inclusion isnt just a policy its part of who we are.
Asuria is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer welcoming applications from people with disability LGBTIQA individuals and those from culturally diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As a Child Safe Organisation Asuria is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children.
