Life Without Barriers are looking for Youth Mentors to work with young people in our Specialist Foster Care and CARE School Retention Mentoring programs across the Adelaide regions.
Mentors work with the young people (who range in age between 8 – 17 years old) assisting them in a range of ways by modelling and establishing positive relationships with peers and adults; and modelling appropriate behaviours in terms of interpersonal interaction, life skills, employment, education and leisure.
Our mentoring sessions occur either after school or on weekends (there may be some flexibility during school holidays). Weekend penalties apply, time and a half for Saturdays and double time for Sundays.
Please note: This role is being offered as casual position (minimum 3 hours per week available) however, we cannot guarantee hours every week. We are looking to find mentors specifically located in Northern and Southern Adelaide and the Victor Harbour area.
Key Responsibilities
* Modelling and establishing positive relationships with peers and adults
* Providing pathways or linkages to increased opportunities with education, employment and community connections
* Accessing and facilitating recreational and sporting activities
Key Qualifications
* Cert III in Child, Youth, Family or Community Services field, or relevant life experience.
* A current First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain before commencement.
* Current 'Safe Environments – Through Their Eyes' certificate (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement).
* A current Australian driver's licence (P2 or above)
* Reliable & roadworthy vehicle with insurance (Third Party Property at a minimum)
Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check, NDIS Check and South Australian Working with Children Check
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