Whitelion's vision is for a world where no young person is left behind, where all young people have the right to equitable opportunities to reach their potential. We exist to build positive connections and pathways to work for young people at risk. Success depends on the voice and lived experience of highly vulnerable, high risk young people, systems around them and the Whitelion community.

About the role

The Community for Youth Mental Health (C4Y) program assists young people who are connecting with headspace Melton, and need support with their interests, goals and social connections. This is a 6-month pilot program with a possibility of extension.

 One of the most important aspects of the program are the volunteers.  As a C4Y Volunteer Mentor, you will be matched to a young person (mentee) through a process that carefully considers your personal attributes, interests and experiences. 

You will then provide one-on-one consistent, regular and positive role model support and guidance, ensuring that the young person is able to access and pursue positive interests, hobbies or activities within their community.

Ideally you will have lived experience of handling life stressors and ready to share your experiences with young people for them to benefit from.

About you

You will bring the following personal competencies and attributes to the role:

• You are friendly, engaging and able to establish communication with a young person in a non-judgmental manner.

• You are open to learning from young people and able to recognise their unique perspective, experiences and contributions.

• You have good awareness of your capabilities and will confidently ask for support and guidance when needed including when ethical challenges may arise.

• You remain calm under pressure and are open to receiving and discussing feedback.

• You understand or have experience in setting and maintaining professional boundaries

• You can recognize your feelings and prejudices and manage your emotions appropriately in a range of sensitive or challenging situation

• You have a high degree of integrity and you understand the importance of maintaining strict confidentiality and always respecting the privacy of young people.

In addition to these competencies you will be available to commit to regular contact with a young person over a 12-month period, as well as attending monthly supervision meetings with your program coordinator (generally online).

Applicants must live within 45 minutes drive to Melton.

Apply to join

To be considered for this position we ask that you complete the Volunteer Application form (by selecting the 'Apply to volunteer' button) and upload a copy of your resume, addressing why you are interested in volunteering as a mentor. Please tell us about your skills, experience and attributes that are relevant to the role.

Contact us

Please reach out to the Program Coordinator with any questions about the role, the program or volunteering with Whitelion Youth. We look forward to meeting you soon.

Sheng Shao, Community Development & Engagement Coordinator
Email: Sheng.Shao@whitelion.asn.au
Ph: 0423 763 750

Whitelion acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which it is situated, and we pay respect to their Elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge and respect the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples across the nation. Whitelion commenced its Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan in 2020.