Volunteer Youth Mentors Needed
Kids First is currently seeking Volunteer Youth Mentors in Gippsland region to support young people aged 10–21 who would benefit from positive guidance, encouragement and connection.
No mentoring experience is required — training and ongoing support are provided.
What’s involved
✔ Spending a few hours together every fortnight, doing activities in the community
✔ Building a positive mentoring relationship over time
✔ Training and ongoing support from the Kids First program team
✔ Making a real and lasting difference in a young person's life
Want to learn more about the role? Download the Volunteer Youth Mentor Position Description to see the full responsibilities and requirements.
Make a meaningful impact
Volunteering with Kids First is more than giving your time — it’s supporting children, young people and families to build stronger futures.
Whether you're mentoring a young person, assisting in early learning programs or helping in one of our retail spaces, every volunteer plays an important role in strengthening communities.
Ready to get involved? No experience needed — training and support provided.
Volunteer Roles Currently Available
Before applying, please note that all volunteers are required to undergo a Working with Children Check and a police check.
Below are some of the current volunteer roles we’re actively recruiting for.
Can’t see the right fit? We often have new and flexible opportunities available outside of the advertised roles below. If you're keen to get involved but don’t see a perfect match, we’d still love to hear from you! Email us at volunteer@kidsfirstaustralia.org.au
Volunteer Youth Mentor
Volunteer Mentoring Mum
Volunteer Early Years Education Support
Volunteer Retail Support
Hear from our volunteers
Just a few hours a fortnight can make a lasting difference in a young person’s life. Hear from Gareth and Rebecca as they share what mentoring means to them — and why it’s one of the most rewarding things they’ve ever done.
Why choose us as your volunteer partner?
All of our volunteers are agents of change, working alongside our staff. Our volunteers get to see the impact they make to their community in real time. Partnering with our staff, complementing our services and programs, you will see the impact your contribution and the work Kids First provides to children and the community.
Volunteers are provided with role specific training and skill building and it’s a great way to meet like-minded people!
Ready to get involved?
Apply today and start making a difference in the lives of children, young people and families in your community.
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