Aboriginal Youth Mentor

Penrhos College acknowledge the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation as the traditional custodians of the land on which we work, learn and live; and extend this acknowledgment to the traditional custodians of communities across Australia that are home to Penrhos boarding families. We are privileged to share this Country and to learn from one of the oldest continuous living cultures in the world.

We value and respect the unique perspectives, knowledges, and lived experiences of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples within our community and pay our respects to Elders past and present. In the spirit of reconciliation, Penrhos College acknowledge the role of education in moving forward whilst remembering and learning from our shared history.

The College is committed to providing opportunities for Aboriginal students and in line with this sits an obligation to ensure that appropriate support infrastructure is in place for the duration of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students' schooling - and through the transition years immediately following graduation.

We are looking for a passionate Aboriginal Youth Mentor to join our Pastoral Team to support our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. This is a part-time (0.4 FTE) role.

Responsibilities related to this position include, but are not limited to:

• mentoring of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students, across mind, heart, body, and spirit.
• supporting individual Aboriginal student's wellbeing, for them to achieve their personal best and to have the skills to problem solve and employ helpful strategies to overcome any challenge or obstacle they may be confronted with. This position will work alongside the Cultural Program Coordinator and be part of the Secondary Pastoral Care Team.
• supporting the College's main objective of the teaching and learning of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students through assisting Secondary Teachers in the delivery of planned education programs and encouraging a supportive and inclusive learning environment focusing on opportunities and support for students of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.
• supporting the 'Family' model utilised at the College supporting our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

As a staff member at Penrhos, you will play a significant role in providing a safe, supportive and respectful environment that is essential for positive student wellbeing. We are inspired by engaging, challenging and empowering our students to be the best learners they can be. At Penrhos we believe in developing experiences that shape the whole person, the unique Mind, Heart, Body and Spirit of each individual and this leads to inspiring our girls to become extraordinary women.

The successful applicant will be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander decent and will have:

• Current National Police Clearance and Working with Children check
• First Aid Certificate (or CPR)
• Youth Mental Health First Aid Certificate.
• Education Assistant Certificate qualification from a recognised education institution or be studying towards another relevant qualification.

The following essential criteria must be addressed in your cover letter:

• Understanding of cultural safety and key concerns for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
• Ability and willingness to uphold and role model the College values of Respect, Empathy, Integrity, Knowledge, Growth and Synergy
• Ability to maintain and develop professional and positive relations with all stakeholders including parents
• Ability to assist with the general health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively as a member of a team

ON OFFER

• Competitive salary package (based on skills and experience).
• Significant professional learning opportunities
• Generous leave provisions, including an annual Wellness Day and three Boarders' Long Weekends.
• Excellent working environment
• Free onsite parking, free flu vaccinations and, where applicable, staff tuition discounts.

Interviews may commence prior to this date.

Your application must include:

• Cover letter and Selection Criteria (max. 2 pages)stating why you are applying for the position and addressing the essential experience selection criteria above; demonstrating your suitability for the role. Please include your contact details.
• Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae outlining your personal details, qualifications, relevant work history and education. Relevant work history should commence with the most recent position you have held as well as the dates/period of employment. In the description of your work history give a summary of the duties and responsibilities for each of the positions.
• Work-related referees: Please add the names and contact details of three confidential referees. It is preferable that one referee should be your present Line Manager. You may include one personal referee as well.

Your application must be submitted as one document via Seek or email ).