Youth Mentor (Bunbury)

Youth Mentor (Bunbury)

09 Aug
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Workskil Australia
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Bunbury

09 Aug

Workskil Australia

Bunbury

Bunbury and Collie, WA (Full Time) We are looking for a passionate Youth Mentor who can make a real difference in the lives of at-risk young people, aged between *****, within the newly funded Engage South West Program.
This program aims to support young people who are at risk of entering, or have engaged with, the juvenile justice system, with the objective of providing early intervention, mentoring and tailored support that empowers and assists young people to achieve positive outcomes in their lives.
About the Role As a Youth Mentor, you'll be responsible for: Providing early intervention support to young people who are at risk of disengagement, offending or other adverse outcomes Engage, build and maintain strong positive relations with young people and families through appointments, activities and outreach Collaborate effectively with key external stakeholders including schools, WA Police, community organisations, Employment providers, Youth organisations and others to achieve positive outcomes Case manage young people while providing a range of services including, assessing skills and barriers, creating support plans with achievable goals, monitor and review progress all while providing one-to-one mentoring, guidance and support Contribute innovate ideas for the advancement of young people towards goals including employment, training and encourage pro social engagement and lifestyles.
Collaborate with Transition to Work where possible Role Details Location: Bunbury and Collie, WA Employment Type: Full Time, Ongoing Hours: 8.30am – 5.00pm – Monday – Friday (flexibility availability) About You We're seeking someone who is: Passionate about supporting youth who are at risk of engaging with the youth justice system, or have engaged with Skilled in case management, mentoring, and creating SMART goals for young persons Experienced in employment or community services, with strong stakeholder engagement skills Culturally competent,



particularly in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants Comfortable engaging with WA Police and community organisations to build strong partnerships Able to build partnerships with employers, WA Police, and community organisations Organised, adaptable, and focused on achieving positive outcomes Must hold a Cert IV in Youth Work or equivalent Must hold a Working with Children's Check or willing to obtain with Workskil's Support Holding a current driver's licence and able to travel across the South West Region Committed to safe work practices, continuous improvement, and culturally safe service delivery Workskil Australia is committed to improving employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act **** (Cth) and section 57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act **** (NT).
This position is therefore only open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people.
Why Join Us?
Make a meaningful difference in your community Help participants gain confidence, skills, and work readiness Be part of a team that values respect, inclusion, and growth If you have the relevant skills and experience—or transferable skills that could truly make a difference—we'd love to hear from you!
The Application Process If you progress through our screening process, there are a few other requirements which we'll need for you to obtain as follows (at Workskil Australia's cost): National Police Clearance Working Rights Check Working with Children's Check Want to know more about Workskil Australia?
Check us out at / Workskil Australia is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer and we particularly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and applicants who have a disability.
We deliver a range of employment and community services to children, young people and their families and are committed to creating a safe workplace for children and young people in the delivery of these services.

📌 Youth Mentor (Bunbury)
🏢 Workskil Australia
📍 Bunbury

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