Stars Foundation provides school-based engagement support for over 3000 First Nations girls in 53 schools across Australia.

We are now seeking expressions of interest for a full-time Program Mentor at the Geraldton Stars Foundation, based at Geraldton Senior High School. Stars provides a holistic program that supports Indigenous girls and young women to attend and remain engaged at school, complete Year 12 and move into full-time work or further study. The Stars Room is available to all members and provides a culturally safe, warm environment – a place where the girls and young women in our program feel nurtured and inspired.

Program Mentors provide a diverse range of activities to support the Stars Members to develop the self-esteem, confidence, and life skills they need to successfully participate in school and transition into a positive and independent future.

The Program Mentor will:

• Be full time – 8am to 4pm - Monday to Friday – with some after-hours work (camps, sleepovers etc.)
• Work in a team of five, including three other Mentors and reporting to the Program Coordinator
• Located at Geraldton Senior High School in Geraldton, Western Australia

Key Selection Criteria:

• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, with a strong understanding of Aboriginal people and culture
• Ability to work with passion, energy and respect
• Able to develop strong relationships with young people, based on trust and respect
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Valid Driver’s Licence
• Current Working With Children Check, or the ability to obtain one prior to commencement

Desirable attributes:

• Experience in an educational or community development setting
• Knowledge and understanding of health and safety legislation

Please direct all enquiries to [email protected] using the subject line: Stars Program Mentor - Geraldton Senior High School - enquiry via SEEK