YOUTH MENTOR
Into The Wild Adventures
Full-time
On-site
PORT MACQUARIE & KEMPSEY REGIONS
- Positions Available: Male and Female Youth Mentors
- Organisation: Into The Wild Adventures
- Location: Forster/Taree and Port Macquarie & Kempsey regions (and surrounding areas)
- Employment Type: Casual – paid under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services (SCHADS) Award, Level 2 starting rate
- About the Role: Mentors will work one-on-one with young males and females who require positive role models and support. The work is grounded in trauma-informed practice and focuses on building connection, trust, and capability through tailored outdoor adventures.
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Requirements:
- Certificate III or higher in Individual Support (Disability or similar)
- Current NSW Working With Children Check (Employee status)
- Current NSW Police Check
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (desirable but not essential)
- Full Driver’s Licence and access to a reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance
- Availability during and outside school hours, including weekends (typically 2–7pm)
- Comfortable and confident working outdoors in varied environments
- Experience with neurodiverse individuals (ADHD, ASD, ODD) and/or young people with complex trauma
- Patience, empathy, resilience, and a calm approach to challenging behaviours
- Willingness to complete 1–2 weeks of on-the-ground training with management staff and team leaders
- Pay & Conditions: Paid under the SCHADS Award (Level 2), with ongoing basic training and a supportive, inclusive team environment.
- Benefits: Ongoing training and mentoring, a values-driven workplace, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on vulnerable youth.
- How to Apply: Applications must be submitted via email to admin@intothewild.net.au with a resume and brief cover letter. (Messenger or SMS applications will not be accepted.)
- Mission: Into The Wild Adventures works with some of the most vulnerable youth in the community, supporting them to build life skills, grow resilience, and stay out of correctional facilities.