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 RoleAs 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 outcomesEngage, build and maintain strong positive relations with young people and families through appointments, activities and outreachCollaborate effectively with key external stakeholders including schools, WA Police, community organisations, Employment providers, Youth organisations and others to achieve positive outcomesCase 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 supportContribute 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 possibleRole DetailsLocation: Bunbury and Collie, WAEmployment Type:Full Time, OngoingHours: 8.30am – 5.00pm – Monday – Friday (flexibility availability)About YouWe're seeking someone who is:Passionate about supporting youth who are at risk of engaging with the youth justice system, or have engaged withSkilled in case management, mentoring,



and creating SMART goals for young personsExperienced in employment or community services, with strong stakeholder engagement skillsCulturally competent, particularly in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participantsComfortable engaging with WA Police and community organisations to build strong partnershipsAble to build partnerships with employers, WA Police, and community organisationsOrganised, adaptable, and focused on achieving positive outcomesMust hold a Cert IV in Youth Work or equivalentMust hold a Working with Children's Check or willing to obtain with Workskil's SupportHolding a current driver's licence and able to travel across the South West RegionCommitted to safe work practices, continuous improvement, and culturally safe service deliveryWhy Join Us?
Make a meaningful difference in your communityHelp participants gain confidence, skills, and work readinessBe part of a team that values respect, inclusion, and growthIf 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 ProcessIf 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 ClearanceWorking Rights CheckWorking with Children's CheckWorkskilAustralia 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.
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📌 Youth Mentor (Bunbury)
🏢 Workskil
📍 Bunbury