Please note: This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under ‘special measures’ of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
About BDAC
BDAC is an ACCO (Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation) registered as a member under the umbrella of VACCHO (Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation) and represented nationally through NACCHO (National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation).
BDAC was founded to represent and provide services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living on Djaara Country.
BDAC has a responsibility to ensure growth of services, development of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, better and improved health outcomes for our people, improved quality of life and be a lead agency in providing self-determination employment and career pathways for Aboriginal people.
What We Are Offering
Casual hours
$48.31 per hour
Access to Salary Packaging
12% Superannuation
Supportive work environment
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Job Description
About the Position
The Aboriginal Mentor will work with clients to assist in working towards and achieving their individual goals and aspiration. They will provide assistance and support as required including linking the client into other BDAC programs and services.
Key Responsibilities
Provide a safe and supportive environment for the client to discuss their physical, social and emotional wellbeing including connection to country and culture.
Build rapport for the client and develop an individual goal plan including recreation, education and vocational activities. Include their own aspirations and talents.
Provide links with other appropriate BDAC programs and services as required to meet the wellbeing needs of the client.
Facilitate positive engagement to support the client to understand and prioritise positive behaviour and choices.
Work with the client to identify barriers that may impact on achieving their goals and develop supports to overcome these.
Work collaboratively with the clients support networks included but not limited to family, friends, employer and education provider.
Provide reports to the Case Manager and Community Services Manager which outlines work undertaken in the program and outcomes.
Ensure that case records are kept in accordance with the recording and data requirements of both the agency and the funding body.
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the local Aboriginal community
Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and their families, the Aboriginal community, service providers and colleagues
Professional experience in supporting clients to identify their goals and put in place strategies to achieve these
Experience in young people’s activities and events
Written and computer literacy skills with the ability to prepare reports, maintain client files and case notes.
Organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to manage competing demands and work as part of a team.
Knowledge of local service providers and referral pathways
Preferred / Desired / Mandatory Education, Training and/or Competencies
Professional experience in supporting clients to identify their goals and put in place strategies to achieve these
Experience in young people’s activities and events
How to Apply
If this role sounds like the role for you then click on the link below and apply by attaching your CV and a cover letter detailing how you suit the role by Tuesday 24th of March 2026.
Mandatory Requirements
Should an applicant be the preferred candidate, background checks (Police check, reference check and Working with Children's Check) will be completed prior to the candidate’s employment being confirmed.
For more information about this position please see the Position Description which can be accessed via our website www.bdac.com.au or contact our human resources team on (03) 5442 4947 or send an email through to recruitment@bdac.com.au
Please note: This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under ‘special measures’ of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
