Youth Mentor

3 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Buscojobs Full time

About the role

selectability is currently seeking an enthusiastic youth mentor to join our BikeShed Program—an initiative designed to empower at-risk youth. This is more than a mentoring role; it's a chance to make a lasting difference in young lives through guidance, support, and skill-building.

The youth mentor will support after-school activities like bike repair, group cycling, life skills workshops, and cultural connection sessions with First Nations Elders. Through mentoring and peer support, you'll help young people overcome challenges, reduce challenging behaviours, and steer them toward long-term success.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to :

  • Supporting at-risk young people to engage more effectively with education, employment readiness programs, and broader community initiatives
  • Promoting and fostering stronger connections to family and community networks
  • Supporting young persons by encouraging positive decision-making and providing consistent support to disengaged or justice-involved young people

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and help individuals access the support they need, we invite you to apply for the youth mentor position at selectability.

About you

To be considered for this rewarding role you will have :

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • A demonstrated ability to prioritise conflicting priorities as required
  • Ability to work under minimal supervision with the capacity to exercise initiative in the application of work processes and procedures and establish objectives and outcomes
  • A demonstrated ability to show empathy and compassion
  • A proven ability to think critically and approach challenges with innovation
  • Positive, can-do attitude

Role Requirements

  • Previous experience working with disadvantaged youth
  • Current nationally recognised first aid and CPR certificates (or ability to obtain)
  • A Positive Notice Working with Children (blue card) (or the ability to obtain prior to commencing)
  • A current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or the ability to obtain)
  • NDIS Worker Orientation Module "Quality, Safety & You" completion certificate (or the ability to obtain)
  • A current minimum P1 "C" class Queensland drivers licence
  • Roadworthy vehicle with comprehensive insurance

About the offer

The youth mentor is a permanent part-time fixed-term position until 31 March 2027 based in Burdekin.

We offer a range of benefits including :

  • Hourly rate of $ super
  • Up to $15,900 FBT salary packaging benefits
  • 50% discounted training via our RTO
  • Access to fitness passport
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Career pathways and opportunities for development
  • Employee assistance program offering confidential counselling support for employees

Applying

If this sounds like you, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you are the best person for this role.

If you would like more information, please contact selectability's HR officer Litia Pitton at or by email

About us

selectability is a not-for-profit charity with a primary focus on improving mental wellbeing and contributing to suicide prevention across regional Queensland.

We believe everyone has the right to access high-quality supports locally and have recently expanded our services to include child safety and residential aged care in the Lower Gulf.

If you would like to know more, please visit our website.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Youth Mentor

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Lutheran Services Full time

    We are currently looking for a **Youth Mentor** to join our team on a **casual basis**. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building genuine connections and providing meaningful guidance to young people during challenging times.**_ Location: Bridges Reconnect, Woodridge_****_Casual Role | 8 hours per fortnight_****About Us**:Lutheran Services is a...

  • Youth Support Mentor

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Alya Care Full time

    Be empowered to provide the best in disability support- Provide community access and at home support to Youth participants- Looking to grow and develop professionally?Alya is looking for support workers to provide community access and in home support to Youth participants presenting with Autism and associated behaviours in Jimboomba and Bundamba. We are...

  • Youth Sports Mentor

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeMentorship Full time $30,000 - $40,000

    A rewarding career where you can make a lasting impact on children's lives and development.Are you looking for a change that allows you to contribute to the growth of young athletes?We're seeking passionate mentors who can provide guidance and support to our youth team.Basketball experience is not necessary, as we provide training opportunities.About the...

  • Youth Worker/Mentor

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia HYPAR Group Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

    About HYPAR GroupThe HYPAR Group is a collective of specialist organisations supporting young people, people with disability, and people seeking personal wellbeing and independence.We offer a range of tailored supports, including Mentoring, Supported Independent Living (SIL), Disability Support, Residential Care, Outdoor Mentorship and Adventure Activities...

  • Male Mentor/Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Cloud 9 Youth & Supports Full time

    **Benefits working with us**:- Good hourly pay rate with Super + KMS pay during shift- Early career progression opportunities upon successful applicants- A very strong team with high value in work culture to support all team members to achieve success- Flexibility with working with clients- A team that cares about your mental health and well-being-...

  • Youth Cultural Mentoring Program Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Kambu Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation for Health Full time $75,000 - $100,000 per year

    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled health provider in one of the fastest-growing regions in Australia.A strong sense of community & inclusion.Enjoys a career that makes a difference.At Kambu Health, we pride ourselves on being an organisation where the best people come to do their best work for our community.Kambu Aboriginal and...

  • Youth Cultural Mentoring Program Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Kambu Health Full time

    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled health provider in one of the fastest-growing regions in Australia.A strong sense of community & inclusion.Enjoys a career that makes a difference.At Kambu Health, we pride ourselves on being an organisation where the best people come to do their best work for our community.Kambu Aboriginal and...

  • Empowering Indigenous Youth Through Cultural Mentoring

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeCultural Full time $75,000 - $137,800

    Job Title:Culturally Sensitive Youth MentorJob Description:The position of Culturally Sensitive Youth Mentor is available within our organization. This role involves working closely with First Nation young people, aged 10-17 years old, to provide culturally safe and responsive activities that focus on reducing at-risk behaviors and diverting further contact...

  • Youth Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Churches Of Christ Full time

    **Passionate Youth Worker Needed****Kingsthorpe Church of Christ, Kingsthorpe - Toowoomba Region****Fixed Term, Part-time Opportunity****Make a Difference: Join Us as a Youth Worker****About Us**Located at the corner of North and East Streets, Kingsthorpe QLD a rural town located in Toowoomba Region.Our church is committed to being a source of hope,...

  • Learning Mentor in Youth Education

    1 week ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeEducation Full time $123,931 - $134,010

    Unlocking Learning Opportunities in Youth Remand EducationAbout the Role:We are seeking experienced Teachers to join our team at a unique educational setting, where you will play a vital role in implementing an improvement agenda and delivering educational programs to young people on remand.The role involves working collaboratively with the Head of Campus,...