• Based in Wodonga
• Part-time Temporary Contract 0.6 EFT - 45.6h/fortnight until June 2027
• Generous Not for Profit Salary Packaging A$15,900 tax free

ABOUT US

Gateway Health is a community health service providing health and welfare services to individuals, families and communities across Northeast Victoria and parts of Southern New South Wales. We are a not-for-profit Company limited by guarantee and a registered Community Health Service under the Health Services Act 1988 (Vic).

The organisation employs over 380 staff providing a range of primary health and community services across the Ovens Murray region in Northeast Victoria and parts of Southern New South Wales. Gateway Health serves all people and is committed to improving individual and population health outcomes. We do this by providing health care and support to individuals and communities in times of need, and by actively working with our partners to address the social and environmental determinants of health.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you passionate about empowering parents and carers? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of families across regional communities? Gateway Health is seeking a dedicated and experienced Parent Educator to join our supportive and dynamic team.

In this rewarding position, you will provide evidence-based parent education and support to parents and carers of children aged 0–18 years. Services are delivered across the Ovens Murray region (Victoria) and the Albury region (NSW) through various flexible formats, including:

• Individual support via face-to-face, phone, or online sessions
• Group-based programs for those who prefer peer learning experiences.

The focus of this role is to increase parental capacity and confidence, using an early intervention approach to improve outcomes for children, families, and communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based parent education programs
• Provide individual support tailored to each family’s needs
• Facilitate group sessions, promoting peer connection and shared learning
• Build strong relationships with community partners and other service providers
• Maintain accurate records and ensure services align with best-practice standards

ABOUT YOU

You will be a resilient, compassionate, and inspiring professional, dedicated to supporting and empowering parents and carers. You bring optimism and practical solutions to challenging situations, instilling hope and confidence in those you work with, while fostering a clear vision for a more positive future.

Your exceptional communication skills, active listening, and sensitivity, combined with a person-centred approach, enable you to provide thoughtful guidance and advice on appropriate referral pathways. Discretion and sound judgment will be essential as you assess individual needs and recommend tailored support options.

A strong passion for childhood development and proven experience in delivering parent education workshops further equip you to succeed in this influential role. You will be committed to helping parents build their capacity and strengthen family relationships, promoting positive outcomes for children and their communities.

To thrive in this role, you will have:

• Ability to behave in accordance with the Gateway Health Values.
• Tertiary Qualifications in Social Work, Allied Health, Teaching or equivalent field with experience in delivering group programs in a community service organisation.
• Previous experience in delivery and facilitation of parent and/or relationship education programs such as but not limited to: Tuning into Kids and/or Teens, Positive Parenting Program (Triple P), Circle of Security, Bringing Up Great Kids or Engaging Adolescents, Parenting after Separation.
• Expertise or interest in specialist areas such as Parenting Trans and Gender diverse Kids
• Highly developed interpersonal communication, problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to gather, analyse and disseminate information in relation to current parenting practices and evidence-based programs.

REMUNERATION

Community Health Centre (Stand Alone Services) Social and Community Service Employees Multi Enterprise Agreement 2022

Classification – Level 4 - $44.58 - $47.97 per hour + Superannuation

GATEWAY HEALTH CULTURE

Gateway Health promotes a learning culture that encourages innovation and initiative and recognises our staff as our greatest asset. Gateway Health is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that a workforce that recognises and celebrates diversity will best meet the health and well-being needs of all people we serve within our community.

GATEWAY HEALTH BENEFITS

• Work within a supportive team environment.
• Laptop, mobile phone with remote access on and offsite
• Generous Not for Profit Salary Packaging A$15,900 tax free
• Flexible hours and arrangements, for a work-life balance that works for you.
• Option to be able to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice.
• Paid parental leave.
• Professional development + ongoing training and support provided.
• Free car parking
• Fitness Passport - a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family
• Access to regular external supervision debriefing with Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support available as needed, together with Group Supervision and Wellness activities.
• Access to our free confidential counselling service through EAP for staff and their family
• Access to annual vaccination program
• Discounted Health Insurance
• A suite of employee reward and recognition programs

For a confidential chat about the position please call Di Lewis on 0438 529 587.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Gateway Health we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every selection criteria and/or qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 9th November 2025

As part of our recruitment process, we will be reviewing applications as they are received. As a result, this position may close prior to the closing date. If you are interested in working with us, we recommend sending your application across as soon as possible. Best of Luck!

Gateway Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that a workforce that recognises and celebrates diversity will best meet the health and well-being needs of all people we serve including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples; people with disability, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and gender diverse people, intersex people, people experiencing health inequalities, and culturally and linguistically diverse people.

Please Note - should you be successful; you are required to undergo a:

• Criminal History Check
• Working With Children Check
• Evidence of Influenza Vaccination
• Proof of your eligibility to work in Australia (provide a copy of your birth certificate, passport. VISA, etc)

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. We will then work with you to identify the best way to assist you through the recruitment process.

All personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.