As Red Frogs, our role is to support a generation of school leavers during what can be an enjoyable, yet at times, physically and emotionally confronting week. Below are the many ways Red Frogs assist during Leavers week at South West.
Join the CrewSouth West
The South-West has been inhabited annually by the Red Frog Crew since 2001.
The little tourist town of Dunsborough and the surrounding areas have become a popular hotspot for Leavers and Chaplains alike. The South-West is quite unique as it is a large geographical area with Leavers accommodated in Caravan Parks, Motels, Backpackers and private accommodation houses scattered throughout the area. It is encompassed by a vast expanse of beautiful beaches on one side, chocolate, cheese and ice-cream factories on the other, and fabulous coffee shops and designer stores in between.
In the South-West, Red Frog volunteers cook pancake breakfasts and host BBQ's, clean rooms, hang out with Leavers and help in situations that require mediation and referral. Also in the South-West is the iconic Leavers Zone and the ever popular Meelup Beach Day
See below for volunteer requirements, dates, costs and roles.
If you have a heart for this generation and you're looking to build long-term friendships with Leavers and Froggers, the South-West is the perfect place for you to serve.
#Volunteer Requirements
01
Over the age of 18 and not part of the graduating cohort
02
Current Blue Card or Working With Children Check holder
03
Able to provide a pastoral check from your local church
#Firstly, do you have a WWCC?
If the answer is no, hold up! In order to be a Red Frog volunteer in WA you must have a current 'Working With Children Check'. No WWCC? No sweat! You can apply right now!
(Note: applications should be processed through your local church)
#Location Dates
Full Time
Sat 18th Nov - Fri 24th Nov.
Accommodation, uniform and meals included (except breakfast).
Late Start
Sun 19th Nov - Fri 24th Nov.
Accommodation, uniform and meals included (except breakfast).
Part Time
Mon 20th Nov - Fri 24th Nov.
Accommodation, uniform and meals included (except breakfast).
South West Resident - Hotline Team Only
Sat 18th Nov - Fri 24th Nov
Uniform included but no meals or accommodation.
#Volunteer Costs
Early Bird Registration | Normal Registration | |
Register Before | 10th September 2023 | 12th November 2023 |
| Full Time Accommodation, uniform and meals included (except breakfast). | $315 | $360 |
| Late Start: Accommodation, uniform and meals included (except breakfast). | $275 | $320 |
| Part Time: Accommodation, uniform and meals included (except breakfast). | $230 | $265 |
| South West Resident: uniform included but no meals or accommodation. | $55 | $55 |
*Note: Accommodation Packages: Varying levels of accommodation is provided based on availability. Accommodation can include sharing a double bed, room or possibly sleeping on a trundle or couch. Food provision consists of night time dinners, and Red Frogs will do their best to source donations of water and snacks for volunteers. Please do remember to budget for your own breakfast and lunch during the week.
#Red Frog Roles
Accommodation Outreach
The primary role of the Red Frog Outreach teams is to be present for Leavers in accommodation venues and public places during Leavers Week. Our teams work hard to build relationships primarily with Leavers, but also with accommodation managers, local service providers, shopkeepers, and pretty much anyone who comes across our path.
Our hope is that through the relationships we build we can connect with young people to encourage good decision making, and to become a trusted voice they will turn to in times of need.
Hotline Team
The Red Frog call centre is the hub of the Red Frog movements around Australia, receiving calls for anything from random acts of pancakes to more serious issues requiring immediate response.
Call centre volunteers are rostered on day, night and late night shifts. As call centre crew you are part of a team of people who will provide directives to the Leavers Chaplains, allowing them to make maximum impact in supporting Schoolies and get to incidents in time, instead of after time.
Creative/Media Team
Whether you’re handy with a camera, have a director’s cap or just love telling a great story - we need you.
As RF Creative we get the privilege of capturing the incredible behind-the-scenes moments and stories as our crew safeguard a generation - if this is up your alley we would love for you to join us.
Pastoral Care/Support
If you have a high EQ and a desire to help our team but interacting directly with teenagers isn't your thing, consider joining our pastoral care & support team. You'll be looking after the mental health of our volunteers, particularly following any traumatic events that they may have witnessed or responded to.
Logistics/Transport Team
Enabling Red Frogs to operate over the duration of Leavers requires a huge amount of resources constantly being set up, relocated and managed.
If you’re a ‘behind-the-scenes’ kind of person, have an available van or ute, like lifting and helping with set-up, or even doing VIP shuttle runs - then this is role for you.
#Fundraise your application
Can't afford to get to Schoolies/Leavers? No problem!
Why pay for Schoolies yourself when you can get your fam and friends to sponsor you. Create your own Fund a Frog campaign today!