Eco-Mentor (Disability/Adventure support worker)

Tribes Adventure Group is an outdoor adventure company that specialises in providing 1:1 mentoring, Day Activities and Adventure Camps for youth at risk, people with a disability and mental health participants. Our programs have an adventure-based approach to improving wellbeing and building resilience in our clients by utilising unique, therapeutic practices relating to: Ecotherapy Survival Skills Life Skills Development Sports, coaching and fitness We are passionate about pushing our clients outside their comfort zone to provide them with the tools to be happy and successful members of the community. About the Role

We are currently looking for casual Eco-Mentors to join our team who have a passion for working with people with a disability (primarily autism and mental health), youth at risk and disadvantaged demographics. While we cover areas from South Brisbane and the Gold Coast, we are currently looking for Eco-Mentors for the following areas in particular: Northern Gold Coast Area/Southern Brisbane Area (Ormeau to Wynnum) Applicants must be willing to be versatile with days/times, and there is the possibility of some weekend work. Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 mentoring to Tribes participants to support them to reach their NDIS and/or other goals Being prepared for all 1:1 mentoring sessions, such as having activity ideas and relevant resources Participation and collaboration on group activities Contribution to risk management and reduction whilst providing 1:1 or group supports Why Join Tribes?

As an Eco-Mentor at Tribes, you'll be working outdoors — in nature, on adventures, and in genuine relationship with the people you support. Some of what makes this role unique: Meaningful professional development

— We invest in our mentors. You'll complete structured internal training and be supported through an ongoing professional development pathway that builds real capability in therapeutic practice, risk management,



and person-centred support. Outdoor and adventure-based work

— Leave the office behind. Your workplace is bush tracks, open spaces, and the outdoors — environments proven to support wellbeing, connection, and growth. Collaborative team culture

— You'll be part of a team that runs group programs together, debriefs together, and genuinely values each other's contribution. This is a team that shows up for its people. Advocate for change

— Tribes is actively advocating for ecotherapy as a grounded, evidence-based model of support for neurodiverse and at-risk young people. Selection Criteria

To be successful in this role, you will need exceptional interpersonal skills in order to provide mentoring support to individuals with a disability, youth at risk, people with a mental illness and disadvantaged demographics. You must act with integrity at all times and uphold the Tribes Adventure Group Code of Conduct; be reliable and consistent; and be able to assess and manage risk. Highly developed practical skills working with vulnerable individuals Relevant life experience that can be utilised for participant development Ability to assess and work within company risk guidelines Completion of internal training as part of the induction process, including Tribes Adventure Group specific courses Commitment to ongoing Professional Development Highly Desirable:

Qualifications in Disability, Youth Work, Community Services, Education or a related field; or qualifications in the wellbeing and fitness sectors The applicant must also hold the following, or be willing to obtain them:

Current Driver's Licence Current QLD Paid Blue Card / WWCC NDIS Worker Screening Check Current First Aid/CPR Certification NDIS Worker Orientation Module Infection Control Training Right to work in Australia Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad .

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📌 Eco-Mentor (Disability/Adventure support worker) (Gold Coast)
🏢 Tribes Adventure Group
📍 Gold Coast