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Youth Frontiers Mentor

2 weeks ago

Illawarra, Australia YWCA Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year
  • Make a significant difference to the community
  • Join a passionate and enthusiastic team
  • Bring your feminist energy to work & make a difference

Do you want to be part of a feminist organisation working toward a future where gender equality is a reality? We are seeking a Youth Frontiers Mentor for an identified position open to First Nations women or First Nations gender diverse people. This role empowers adolescents aged 10–17 to build confidence, resilience, and social skills through mentoring, role modelling, and inclusive community engagement.

  • Location: Illawarra - Dharawal Country
  • Contract: Part Time Maximum Term Contract ending on 30 June 2026
  • Hours: 18 hours per week – with job share available for the right candidates
  • Work pattern: Monday to Friday - after-school hours, and some Saturdays
  • Salary: Social & Community Services 2 - $ Super
  • Benefits: Salary packaging up to $18,550 + career development

About YWCA Australia

For over 140 years we have been working at the forefront of gender equality through our housing, community programs and advocacy. Our purpose is making young women's leadership and women's housing our priority for gender equity in Australia. Learn more about us here.

About the team

The Youth Frontiers program, delivered by YWCA Australia in partnership with Kids First Australia, creates supportive spaces where adolescents build confidence, discover their voice, and take charge of their own growth and impact.

We support female and/or gender diverse adolescents (aged 10 to 17) mentees in the child protection system to connect with strong role models and build the confidence to pursue their goals with power and choice.

About this opportunity

In this role you will

  • Support mentees during scheduled activities, promoting inclusion and personal growth.
  • Safely transport mentees using the organisation's vehicle, following all policies.
  • Create a safe, respectful space that prioritises the wellbeing of young women.
  • Build trust-based mentoring relationships through regular, meaningful contact.
  • Document mentoring sessions to support program evaluation and improvement.

About You

Your experience may include:

  • Certificate in Community Services, Education, Nursing, or a related field, or currently working towards one.
  • Experience in a similar role or sector
  • Ability to work sensitively with people with complex needs
  • Not-for-Profit experience will be highly regarded

Don't meet every single requirement? At YWCA Australia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If this role speaks to you but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Questions?

If you have questions about this opportunity, please contact Jennifer Rose,Program Coordinator - Youth Frontiers via E:

How To Apply

Ready to join a team that makes a difference? We want to hear from you Submit your resume and a cover letter outlining why you are the ideal candidate for this role

Applications close at the end of the day on 7 September 2025.

We're excited to find the right fit and will be reviewing applications as they come in. Submit yours early for priority consideration, as the role may close before the advertised deadline.

Please connect with us at any time during the recruitment process if you require assistance to fully participate.

Please note that preferred candidates must hold, or be willing to obtain, a valid National Police Check, a state-based Working with Children Permit, a valid Drivers' Licence, and complete a medical declaration.