Join our mission to make a difference in the education system!

We are expanding our team of passionate volunteers and are looking for dedicated individuals to join us in our vision for every student to feel safe and supported in raising mental health and wellbeing concerns in schools. 

About the role

• Make meaningful change to the state of mental health and wellbeing in high school.
• Volunteer, fully remote role.
• Flexible hours, minimum of 2 hours per week.
• Be part of a collaborative team of fellow young people passionate about youth mental health.

About UrVoice Australia

UrVoice Australia is a non-for-profit that works with students, parents and the education sector to build an education system that ensures young people feel safe and supported to not only identify concerns, but address them. Our mission is to equip schools and educators with the capacity to effectively identify and address mental health and wellbeing concerns. 

Overview

We are looking to fill multiple positions on a volunteer basis, who will be working closely with the Founder and Divisional Leads to create an education system that build safe and inclusive reporting mechanisms to ensure young people's concerns are taken seriously.

We strongly encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences of educational inequity.

Benefits

• Gain valuable skills and experience in your area of interest.
• Connect with like-minded individuals and professionals in the field.
• Make a tangible difference in the lives of marginalised communities.

Who we're looking for

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in team meetings and training sessions
• Assist in the planning and execution of team-specific activities.
• Promote UrVoice Australia’s mission and values.
• Provide support to team members and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Stay updated on current events and policy changes relevant to UrVoice Australia’s mission.

Skills and Qualifications

• Passion for mental health advocacy and social justice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Reliability and commitment to the role
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, social media platforms, graphic design software) is a plus.

Accessibility

UrVoice Australia is committed to being a child safe and child friendly organisation that recognises, respects and promotes the rights of children, young and vulnerable people.

​We’re keen to hear from young people from all backgrounds and life experiences, including young people who:

• Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Are from multicultural backgrounds
• Identify as LGBTQIA+
• Are living with a disability or chronic illness
• Live in a regional, rural or remote community
• Have lived or living experience of mental ill-health or challenges within the education system.​

Contact

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

For more information reach out to Jayden Delbridge, Founder of UrVoice Australia by emailing [email protected] using the subject line: Volunteer enquiry via EthicalJobs or phoning (02) 4314 6201.