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Youth Reference Group Expression of Interest

Thanks for your interest in becoming a Youth Reference Group (YRG) Member with headspace CENTRE.
We are excited to offer this opportunity to Young People in our community, whose voice and insights are so important to supporting our ability to offer a great service.

Have a read through the information below, if this type of roles excites you, we'd love to see a completed EOI come through to us. We'll be in touch within a few days.

YRG Role Description
· Young people must be aged between 16 and 24 years to be an eligible member.
· Have an interest and passion in mental health, psychosocial wellbeing, physical and sexual health and support around alcohol and other drug issues for young people
· The ability to work in a team and participate in group discussions as well as working independently
· Motivation, willingness and commitment to participate on an ongoing basis
· Have something to say about youth mental wellbeing
· The ability to think about the big picture
· Good communication skills
· The ability to balance health (including mental health), other responsibilities like school/work/uni/family and the demands of the YRG position
· All members must have regular access to the internet and phone

Responsibilities
· Participate in meetings on a regular basis
· Be prepared to undertake some training about headspace, mental health, mental illness, talking to the media and other associated topics
· Be open and willing to participate in person, via teleconferences, email
· Support local headspace activities
· Some young people may like to become community advocates for youth mental health which will: raise awareness of youth mental health, encourage young people to seek help early and to educate the broader community about youth mental health.
· Young people may be involved in community education activities, or as media spokespeople on the issue of youth mental health and well-being.
· Young people may speak at public functions or at local schools, mental health forums, conferences and the like.
· Complete a wellness plan and actively look after all aspects of your health

Time Commitment
In between face-to-face meetings and events, contact will be maintained through email or video call/meetings. It is expected that you maintain regular (at least fortnightly) contact with the group.

Focus groups on specific topics will be held throughout the year and it is expected that the members will be involved in (at least) two of these a year. These groups may occur through teleconference, face to face, or through email surveys and web-based discussion.

Benefits
· Meet other young people passionate about youth mental health and wellbeing
· Receive training in mental health, alcohol and other drugs, media, and relating to your specific interest area
· Develop a range of skills including working in groups, and representing the needs of your peers

There are various personal and professional development opportunities throughout the year including:
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD)
  • Speaking in public
  • Other as related to your area of interest

Please Note:
Parental (or Guardian) consent will be needed for young people under 18 years of age
Those aged 18+ will require a current Working with Children's Check (QLD) (Blue card)
1.Your first name?(Required.)
2.What is your last name?(Required.)
3.Does your legal name differ?(Required.)
4.What pronouns do you use?
5.Date of Birth(Required.)
6.Mobile number(Required.)
7.Email address(Required.)
8.Home address(Required.)
9.Do you have a current bluecard? (Over 18 only)(Required.)
10.If you don't have current bluecard, are you eligible to apply for one?(Required.)
11.Current gender identity(Required.)
12.Do you identify as LGBTQIA+?(Required.)
13.Do you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander?(Required.)
14.What country were you born in?(Required.)
15.What language/s do you speak at home?(Required.)
16.Are you currently studying?(Required.)
17.If yes, where are you studying
18.Please tell us a bit about yourself? (eg. I am 16 years old, in year 11, and like skateboarding etc).(Required.)
19.In just a few words,  please tell us why are you interested in becoming a Youth Reference Group volunteer?(Required.)
20.Are you happy to support core staff by attending regular meetings and events when available?(Required.)
21.What are you passionate about contributing to headspace CENTRE?(Required.)
22.What skills and ideas could you bring to the Youth Reference Group?(Required.)
23.Are you involved in any other organisations?
If yes, which ones and what is your involvement?(Required.)
24.How did you hear about the YRG?(Required.)
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