Pathways Facilitator - Strong Foundations
Support women in custody to build housing, life skills and reintegration readiness through group facilitation and planning.
17th July, ****
PROGRAM OVERVIEW - Strong Foundations
StrongFoundationsis a trauma-informed housing pathways and life skills programforwomen in custodywho are preparingto transition back into community.The program builds practical knowledge and confidence in housing systems, financial literacy, service navigation,wellbeingand independent living skills. Strong Foundations complementsand extendsWAGEC'sexistingFrom Nowprogram, which supportswomenimpactedby incarceration, homelessness,violenceand poverty as they transition from custody into secure accommodation, communityconnectionand greater independence. By working with women earlier in the reintegration pathway, Strong Foundations strengthens pre-release preparation and creates a more connected pathway into post-release accommodation,supportand community reintegration. Delivered in correctional settings, the program focuses on practical, strengths-based learning that supports women to understand their options, navigate services and build readiness for stable housing and independent living.
THE ROLE
The Pathways Facilitator supports the design and is responsible for the delivery and continuous improvement of the Strong Foundations program across participating NSW correctional centres. The role facilitates six-week group program cycles and adapts delivery to meet participant learning needs, literacy levels, cultural contexts and priority cohort needs. It supports participants to build readiness for reintegration, strengthen family and community connection, and develop practical skills for housing stability and independent living. Alongside group facilitation, the role provides housing readiness support, including pre-release planning, practical task completion, service navigation, warm referrals and short-term post-release follow-up. The position works collaboratively with correctional centres, SHS providers, housing services, tenancy supports and community partners to strengthen continuity of care and housing outcomes.



Due to the travel requirements of this role, the successful candidate will need access to a reliable car and will receive a car allowance. The role also maintains records, resources, evaluation data and delivery logistics, and contributes to WAGEC's reflective practice, values and continuous improvement.
The core responsibilities of the role are:
Program Co-Design, Facilitation & Participant Development(50%)
Housing Readiness, Reintegration & Transitional Support(30%)
Program Administration(15%)
WAGEC culture (5%)
ABOUT YOU
You will:
Bring experience in facilitation, case work, community services or related settings.
Work in trauma-informed, strengths-based and culturally responsive ways.
Build safe, respectful relationships with women preparing to leave custody.
Support practical housing readiness, service navigation and warm referrals.
Be organised, adaptable and comfortable travelling across NSW.
Work well independently and collaboratively with partners and stakeholders.
Hold, or be willing to obtain, required checks and correctional centre approvals.
Please consider:
To be female is a genuine occupational requirement of this role under Section 126A of the Anti-Discrimination Act **** (NSW).
When we say 'women', we mean all women including trans women, non-binary people and people who identify as a woman.
We strongly encourage women with lived experience, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and women of all cultures and identities to apply.
We work with and support women who have criminal records. A criminal record does not automatically exclude you from employment with us at WAGEC. If you're comfortable discussing this with us, we offer respectful, non-judgmental,



and confidential opportunities to do so.
We also welcome applications from women who have previously accessed WAGEC's services. If this applies to you and you feel comfortable sharing it, we have confidential processes to protect your privacy and ensure your information is handled safely and respectfully throughout recruitment and employment.
If you think you have the experience to do this role but don't meet all our criteria, please get in touch to discuss your situation. We recognise that sometimes the right candidate for a job has transferrable skills and experiences, not just qualifications. We're happy to talk to you about what's essential for this role.
If you have any questions or if you would like assistance in applying, please contact the People and Culture team ******, using the subject line: Pathways Facilitator- Strong Foundations enquiry via WAGEC.
WAGEC is a child-safe organisation, committed to the safety, well-being, and empowerment of all children who we engage with in our services and community. We have a whole organisation approach to upholding children's rights and striving to prevent all forms of harm, abuse and neglect for children and young people.
Why work with us?
Diversity Council of Australia – Inclusive Employer Award
Wellbeing Policy including 2 days of paid well-being leave each year
Cultural Supervision, Wellbeing and Ceremonial Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workers
Cultural Recognition Payment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workers
12 weeks Paid Parental/Adoption Leave Policy
$500 self-care allowance each year
Salary Packaging options
EAP: Free access to Sonder - a revolutionary employee care platform for health, medical, safety and wellbeing support
Flexible Workplace Arrangements
External monthly clinical supervision (frontline workers)
Professional development and training opportunities
5 days additional Professional Development leave per year
Discounts to various local shops, gyms and businesses, including 30% off all WAGEC merchandise.
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📌 Pathways Facilitator - Strong Foundations (New South Wales)
🏢 Women's & Girls' Emergency Centre WAGEC
📍 New South Wales