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Youth Work

Oyster Care Foundation Pty Ltd

Purpose of the Role

The Youth Work Volunteer supports the Oyster Tribe Aboriginal Corporation in creating a safe, positive, and culturally grounded environment for young people. Volunteers play a key role in assisting staff during youth activities, mentoring young people, and helping with community engagement and events.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Youth Patrol Bus team in engaging and supervising young people during patrol shifts.
  • Assist with youth activities, workshops, and events at the Youth Hub or in the community.
  • Help ensure the safety and wellbeing of all participants in line with child protection and organisational policies.
  • Provide mentoring and positive role modelling to young people.
  • Report any incidents, concerns, or observations to the Coordinator or Supervisor using the correct reporting forms.
  • Assist with set-up, pack-down, and general duties to support the smooth delivery of programs.
  • Respect confidentiality, cultural protocols, and the diverse backgrounds of participants.

Skills and Qualities

  • Friendly, reliable, and community-minded.
  • Genuine interest in supporting Aboriginal young people and families.
  • Good communication and listening skills.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and follow direction.
  • Understanding of confidentiality and boundaries when working with youth and community.
  • Commitment to Oyster Tribe’s values of Respect, Kindness, and Cultural Safety.

Benefits of Volunteering

  • Gain hands-on experience in youth work and community engagement.
  • Receive training and mentoring from experienced staff.
  • Contribute to a positive, community-led initiative that supports young people.
  • Be part of a strong cultural team working towards change for future generations.

Remuneration / Incentives

  • This is a voluntary position. While volunteers are not paid employees, Oyster Tribe values the time and contribution of our volunteers.
  • To acknowledge your efforts, vouchers may be provided as an incentive or token of appreciation for your participation and commitment to supporting our youth programs.
  • Volunteers may also access training opportunities, mentoring, and recognition events as part of Oyster Tribe’s ongoing appreciation for community involvement.
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