Casual Mentors

Our vision at Whitelion Youth is for a world where no young person is left behind and where all young people have the right to equitable opportunities to reach their potential. Our staff and volunteers work to support young people at risk to build positive connections and meaningful pathways to work._
- ** Casual role**:

- **Flexible work environment**:

- **Great professional development**

**THE ROLE**

We are seeking male identifying, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mentors to work with young people for 3 hours per week (the hours are flexible and usually after school).

As a mentor your time will be spent mostly one on one with the young person, with some interactions required with their wider care networks.

You will provide guidance and support to the young person and will be a stable, safe, and reliable person for them to talk to. You will spend time with them in their local and wider community, enjoying social activities and supporting them to set and achieve goals.

**ABOUT YOU**
- You enjoy working with young people and have experience engaging them and their community of care in a positive way.
- You are comfortable and confident supporting complex behaviours and you have knowledge of trauma informed care.
- You deliver on your commitments and are able to complete a monthly report as part of your role.
- You are professional and approachable, understanding professional boundaries, and can work with a wide range of people.
- You have good Microsoft 365 skills and excellent communication skills.

**Clearances & Training Requirements**
The following clearances and training are required for mentoring:

- WWCC (Working With Children's Check)
- RAN-EC (Response to abuse and Neglect)
- Child Safe Environments (Through Their Eyes)
- First Aid
- SMART Training
- Drivers License

You will also be required to undergo a Criminal History Check.

**APPLY NOW**

Applications can be addressed to: James Fidler, Program Lead.

**Whitelion acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which it is situated, and we pay respect to their Elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge and respect the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples across the nation. Whitelion commenced its Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan in 2020.