Are you an experienced Youth Worker or Outdoor Ed specialist and excited by the prospect of supporting and working with young people in nature?

Would you like to work in an extraordinary service with an engagement rate of close to 95%? Somewhere that you know you make a difference?

At Human Nature, we support and empower young people to heal and thrive through a deeper connection with themselves, with peers, with nature and their community. 

As a member of our multi disciplinary team, you will be personally and professionally supported to make a positive difference in the lives of our participants.

Visit www.humannature.org.au to learn more about us.

About the Role 

The Therapeutic Mentor is a key member of a small team of mental health professionals and youth workers who are relentless in their pursuit of doing things better and differently. The team is deeply supportive and caring. We meet young people where they are at, we listen, support and connect and provide them with the tools and confidence to move forward together. As a Therapeutic Mentor you will provide program support, coordination and therapeutic mentoring for young people participating in our suite of program offerings.

You will mainly be working with young men in this role.

About You 

• Demonstrated interest in using nature and adventure as a co-teacher for empowering and engaging vulnerable young people.
• Strong and genuine commitment to providing meaningful support through case management for vulnerable young people.
• Desire to work collaboratively as part of a small, high energy team.
• Positive and strong work ethic, trustworthy, reliable, resilient, and commitment to appropriate discretion and confidentiality. 
• The courage to share new ideas and to welcome challenges as valuable learning opportunities.
• Confidence in and commitment to working with diversity and difference and in particular to the wellbeing of Indigenous Australians.
• Highly motivated, with humility and a willingness to “roll up your sleeves” and do whatever needs doing.
• Innovative, flexible and adaptable with an ability to thrive under pressure and problem solve in the face of emerging challenges.

Benefits

• Above award salary – negotiable based on experience and qualifications
• Generous salary sacrificing
• Opportunity to provide meaningful support for vulnerable young people whilst connecting to nature
• Flexible work hours
• Work collaboratively as part of a small, high energy team
• Professional support and development structures embedded into the team and approach to service delivery

Enquiries

Please review the position description carefully. If you have any further questions, contact our Head of Operations, Jen Parke by email [email protected] or mobile (during work hours) on 0458 451 618.

Refer to the Position Description on our website at: https://humannature.org.au/get-involved/work-with-us/ 

How to Apply 

All applications are to be submitted through Seek

Please provide:  

1. Current resume (ensure Essential Requirements 1-3 are clearly covered)
2. Two page (maximum) cover letter including responses to the Essential Criteria (listed below):

Essential Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in Education, Outdoor Education, social sciences, or youth work
• At least three years relevant experience and high level skills in supporting young people with complex needs
• Completed outdoor adventure/education guide qualifications and experience (or at minimum, in process)
• Clear Working with Children Check and Federal Police Check 
• Current clean Drivers Licence
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate
• Senior Lifesaving Certificate 
• Proof of full vaccination with an approved COVID 19 vaccine

Essential Criteria:

• Demonstrated ability to connect in a meaningful way with diverse young people, using trauma informed, creative and youth-friendly strategies to build skills and maintain engagement.
• Experience in case management, mentoring and providing outreach services.
• Experience measuring, evaluating and adjusting program activities to ensure meaningful outcomes.
• Demonstrated skills in managing time, setting priorities, planning and organisation of workload. 
• High level of culturally appropriate interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Understanding of child safety principles and practises.

 At Human Nature Adventure Therapy, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Application closing date: Friday 10 November 2023