ABOUT THE ROLE
Inclusion WA is actively seeking self-motivated and innovative individuals from diverse backgrounds who share our belief that EVERYONE can engage and connect with their community and live a good life of their choosing. Our Mentors work collaboratively and flexibly with individuals with disabilities and/or poor mental health to help them realise their aspirations and build capacity. Whether it’s 15 hours or 38 hours, our flexible part-time roles offer unparalleled flexibility and autonomy, allowing you to maintain a healthy work/life balance around other commitments, whilst also being able to deliver the required amount of support for our client base.
At Inclusion WA, we prioritise hiring individuals based on their values, life experiences, hobbies, and interests, recognising the unique strengths and perspectives they bring to our team. To discover more about us and the impactful work we do, please explore our website www.inclusionwa.org.au.
We have positions available throughout Perth Metro and are particularly looking for people living in Joondalup and Cockburn (including surrounding suburbs).
MENTOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Mentor, your role is not just a job, it’s a dynamic opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Your primary responsibilities include:
- Empowering individuals to achieve greater independence in their daily lives and acquire new skills.
- Connecting individuals with vibrant recreational, sporting, or community groups, helping them to establish a valued presence within their local community.
- Assisting individuals in their quest to discover and maintain meaningful employment in open work environments.
- Collaborating effectively with key individuals in each person’s life, fostering a supportive network.
- Serving as a role model and a powerful advocate for individuals living with disabilities within the broader community.
- Managing administrative and indirect support tasks, such as upkeeping our client management and HR system with accurate information, timesheets and case notes, managing your own schedule and taking a directive/cooperative lead on outcomes for clients.
Join us in this exciting journey of empowerment and transformation as a Mentor!
ESSENTIAL QUALITIES
Are you ready to bring your unique strengths to the table? Here are the essential attributes we’re seeking:
- Innovative Mindset: Embrace creativity and thinking beyond the conventional.
- Adaptability and Inclusivity: Tailor your mentorship approach to a diverse range of individuals while upholding professional boundaries.
- Autonomous Excellence: Thrive in self-directed roles, upholding the core values and principles of IWA.
- Quality Team Ethic: Be able to work as part of a team to excel in reaching outcomes for clients and also contributing to the culture of the hub and organisation.
- Outstanding Communication: Demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Administrative Proficiency: Maintain a high standard of administrative and computer skills.
- Master of Organisation: Exhibit strong organizational and time management skills.
- Flexibility Champion: Be prepared for flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as part of your commitment to the role.
Inclusion WA is an equal opportunity employer that values and embraces diversity. We strongly encourage applications from people with disability, people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and people from every gender and sexual identity, race, age and cultural background. We welcome and value your lived experience and knowledge. If you wish to apply for this role and require further options to make your application, please feel free to call us directly.
If you’d like a chat about the role or Inclusion WA please contact our Service Manager, Sharon at: [email protected].
* It is important to note that if you are a successful applicant, you will need to provide or be able to obtain the following documents before commencing work with Inclusion WA:
- NDIS Workers Screening Check
- WA Driver’s License and have reliable car
- Working with Children Check
- First Aid Certificate
- Full Australian working rights
- Infection Control COVID 19 Certificate
How to Apply
Please to our website https://www.inclusionwa.org.au/careers/apply-now/
to submit your application.
Closing date for applications is Friday, 30th of November 2023.
Join us and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible!