ABOUT US:

Bourke & District Children’s Services (BDCS) is a not-for-profit children's service situated on the banks of the Darling River in Western NSW at Bourke. We run a Childcare Centre, Preschool, Mobile Play Group and Toy Library.

 

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, vibrant, and dynamic team.​

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Indigenous Employment Strategy (IES) Mentor plays a vital role in delivering the BDCS Indigenous Employment Strategy, which aims to increase employment opportunities, strengthen career pathways and support long-term success for Indigenous participants within BDCS and the wider community. 

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IES Mentors provide culturally safe, strengths-based mentoring that supports Indigenous participants to build confidence, develop skills and achieve their personal, cultural, and career goals. Key responsibilities include offering guidance, supporting goal setting and providing one-on-one mentoring with a focus on wellbeing, identity, cultural connection and supporting participants to build the knowledge and confidence needed to enter and thrive in the workforce. Mentors create a safe and supportive space for participants to yarn, grow, and navigate challenges. 

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TIME COMMITMENT​

The time commitment is flexible to your availability, we encourage 2 - 3 touch points between mentor and participant each week. This may look like a p hone call, text, or face-to-face catch up.

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HOW TO APPLY:

Please email Emily Bowden at ISEP@bdcs.org.au to express your interest, providing a brief work history or attaching your resume. .

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If you have any questions or would like more information about the role, please contact Emily Bowden on 0407 830 521 or ISEP@bdcs.org.au