Aboriginal Youth Development Professional

24 hours ago


Shire of Esperance, Australia Hope Community Services Full time

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young people?

Hopescs is seeking an experienced Aboriginal Youth Mentor to join our team in Esperance, WA.

About the Role

This is a full-time position working 76 hours per fortnight. You will be responsible for engaging with young people from diverse backgrounds, with a focus on Aboriginal youth. Your lived experience and cultural knowledge will be invaluable in promoting health and wellbeing initiatives within the community.

You will work closely with the Clinical Team to develop and deliver culturally appropriate mental health literacy education sessions. Additionally, you will participate in community events and activities to raise awareness about mental health and substance use issues affecting young people.

Key Responsibilities
  • Raise awareness and engagement of headspace Esperance through events, groups, and individual mentoring support to young people via in-reach, outreach, and centre-based activities.
  • Advise on the development, implementation, and evaluation of a Community Awareness Plan targeting young people.
  • Support the planning, development, and delivery of mental health literacy education sessions for young people, parents, families, and friends.
  • Work with the Clinical Team to ensure health promotion messages and activities relating to Aboriginal youth mental health are evidence-based and effective.
Requirements
  • Demonstrated experience working with young people from diverse backgrounds, particularly Aboriginal youth.
  • Experience coordinating and facilitating youth programs, events, or activities within a community setting.
  • Ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders and communicate effectively with diverse groups.
  • Knowledge of community-based mental health terminology and organisational policies.
Salary and Benefits

The estimated annual salary for this role is $77,000 (based on 76 hours per fortnight at $37.35 per hour). In addition to a competitive salary, Hopescs offers not-for-profit salary packaging, discounts with major health insurance providers, and access to confidential counselling services.

We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes employee growth and development. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and have the required skills and experience, please submit your application.



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