The Role

We are seeking a Full Time/Part Time Youth Wellbeing Officer. In this frontline role, you’ll support young people to navigate mental health, wellbeing, education, and life transitions using a strengths-based, person-led approach. You’ll undertake intake/assessments, coordinate referrals, provide practical and emotional support, and build strong connections with local services to ensure young people have the tools, confidence and opportunities to thrive. Join a values-driven team making a real difference—every day.

We are looking for someone who:

A warm, emotionally intelligent and caring person, who genuinely enjoys connecting with youth;

An individual who is optimistic, resilient and committed to improving the mental health service experience and outcomes of youth;

A great communicator, connector and collaborator with the ability to build strong relationships with young people and stakeholders;

An individual comfortable sitting with big emotions and complex situations;

An agile and flexible thinker who find solutions;

A well organised and enthusiastic self-starter.

Essential Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Completed Tertiary level qualification in a human services or related field or working towards completion. (Diploma/Bachelor). New Graduates are welcome to apply.

Understanding of mental health challenges and how they inform a young person’s experiences.

Understanding of regional services, programs, and supports available to young people/students across the Tablelands-Mareeba region, including those related to mental health, education, training, employment, housing, and social and emotional wellbeing.

Strong reflective practice skills.

Valid Working with Children's Check.

Current 'C' class QLD driver's licence.

About our Approach:

Young people come from all walks of life and so do we. Our values and “advantaged thinking” underpin everything we do. They guide our behaviour and foster a work environment that is supportive, inclusive, and responsible. While your experience and qualifications are essential to being successful in this role, alignment with our approach and values is just as important. If you believe you have the attributes required to be successful within our organisation, then join us in driving positive change.

The base rate for this position depending on qualifications and experience is $76,379 to $81,926 pro rata per annum, plus superannuation and portable LSL. (Equivalent SCHADS Level 3)

If you're the right person for this role, the hours can be flexibly adjusted to best suit your lifestyle and responsibilities.

In addition to your remuneration, you will enjoy generous tax free benefits up to $15,900 and up to an additional $2,650 for entertainment benefits per annum, as VPG is an Australian Charity.

Come work with us?

Review the position description before applying: vpginc.com.au/work-with-us

You will only be considered by providing the following information in your application:

A Cover Letter briefly explaining your interest in the role (PDF Format).

A Resume with 2 referees and relevant qualifications (PDF Format).

Response to Selection Criteria either:

Max 2 Page Written Response (PDF Format) or

Pre-recorded video (Max 3 minutes) introducing yourself and responding to the Selection Criteria – recorded on your phone is fine. Please ensure this is uploaded to an approved 3rd party service (Youtube or Dropbox) and shared via URL in your cover letter. Video’s sent as an attachment do not meet our cyber security requirements and will not be viewed.

Submit your application in PDF format, by email to our Executive Assistant, Angela Wienert, [email protected]. Queries to the same address.

Additional details

This is a 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract

VPG Shuts Down between Christmas & New Year - Extra Leave provided

VPG only contacts short-listed applicants who will need to attend an Interview Mon-Fri during business hours.