Most of us want someone to look over our resume and give us helpful advice before a job interview.
If you are new to Australia with limited English, or if you are a young person who hasn’t experienced life outside of your own suburb, this kind of support is invaluable.
Become a volunteer mentor in the Youth Mentoring Career Pathways (YMCP) program and give a young person a brighter future.
How you can help
Mentors provide dedicated one on one support, guidance and assistance with career pathways planning. Mentors work with their mentee (young person) on activities relating to their study or employment goals such as:
• resume writing
• job finding
• interview preparation
• English practise
• goal setting
• navigating recruitment customs
and more.
Who can be a mentor?
We welcome mentors who have a genuine interest in supporting young people and are willing to share their life skills. No formal qualifications or experience is required.
Mentors come from a variety of backgrounds – currently employed, retired from full time work, parents, business people or someone who has great industry contacts.
We are looking for mentors who are:
• Good listeners
• Non-judgmental
• Supportive role models
• Show unconditional positive regard
Who are our mentees?
Our mentees are 16-24 years old from a diverse range of backgrounds, with varying abilities and face barriers when finding employment.
What is the commitment?
The time commitment is 2 hours per fortnight for 9 months. Interested applicants are required to:
1. Complete an application form below
2. Participate in an interview
3. Attend mentor training
4. Successfully complete documents:
• National Police check
• Policies and Code of Conduct
• Working with Children check
Why get involved?
Mentor benefits
Being a volunteer is extremely rewarding, both personally and professionally. The skills gained through volunteering are diverse and relevant to many fields of work. Mentors are able to make a difference in a young person’s life whilst improving in:
• Leadership
• Problem solving
• Interpersonal skills
• Empathy
• Negotiation skills
• Active listening
• Creative thinking
What support and training do I receive?
• Mentor training
• Mentor debrief sessions
• Access to our online community of mentors
• Professional development
• Direct support from YMCP Coordinator
Does the program work?
mmvllen has been delivering mentoring programs for over 15 years in combination with our many years’ experience in facilitating work placements and workshops. An evaluation was conducted to review the program over the years of 2018-2020.
How to get involved
If you’d like to become a mentor, complete the application form below. For more information or to discuss this volunteer position, please contact Laura - YMCP Coordinator.