Community Engagement and Education Officer
Community Engagement and Education Officer
Youth Focus is a for-purpose organisation that creates brighter futures for young people in WA by offering a range of no-cost mental health services. Established in ****, Youth Focus delivers innovative and accessible mental health services and programs across WA to help young people aged 12 to 25.
Youth Focus is looking for an experienced Community Engagement and Education Officer to join our energetic Mandurah team, located on Bindjareb Noongar country.
This position commences ASAP!
About the Role
The Community Engagement and Education Officer is responsible for increasing awareness of Youth Focus services, mental health literacy, and help-seeking behaviours within the community. Key responsibilities include:
Lead community awareness initiatives to promote Youth Focus services, including representing the organisation at external events and expos, and other promotional events
Deliver mental health education programs in schools and other locations across the Peel and Southern regions
Facilitate a range of mental health programs to young people, parents and their supports to enhance response to youth mental health
Develop and maintain effective relationships with external stakeholders including schools and other service providers
Work with the Service Manager and Clinical Lead to develop strategies to enhance participation of young people, and family/friends
Facilitate the Youth and Carer's Reference Groups, including recruitment, retention, monthly meetings, and all required admin and communication
To be considered for this position, applicants will have:




Tertiary qualifications in mental health, youth work, community development, social sciences, health promotion or a related discipline, and/or relevant experience in mental health or youth services.
Experience delivering training, education programs, or community development initiatives (desirable)
Demonstrated experience and passion for working with young people
Highly developed communication skills (written and verbal)
Highly developed communication skills (written and verbal), excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement, with the ability to engage effectively with people from diverse backgrounds
Demonstrated experience liaising with key stakeholders to increase access for diverse young people to Youth Focus, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, CaLD, LGBTQIA+, and other populations
Strong organisational, administrative, and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously
'C' Class Driver's Licence and access to a reliable vehicle with willingness to travel across the region
Capacity to work outside of standard operating hours as required
To successfully become part of our team, it is just as important to align with our values as it is to meet our selection criteria.



Our values are part of who we are and are demonstrated in the way we work every day.
What we offer
Youth Focus is a recognised Inclusive Employer (Diversity Council Australia *********)
Salary packaging commensurate to an NFP - up to $18,550 pa
Generous paid parental leave (up to 13 weeks) and long service leave (up to 12 weeks)
Additional annual leave, and other leave offerings (including gifted Christmas leave)
Access to ongoing professional development opportunities
Applications
Closing date for applications:
5.00pm, Friday 7 August ****
Please note
Appointment to the role is subject to the successful candidate providing a satisfactory National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check.
Shortlisting will commence immediately, and the role may close earlier than the date mentioned above if we find a suitable candidate.
Due to the high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information, feedback or a confidential discussion about the position please contact Human Resources on or
Youth Focus is committed to ensuring every individual that interacts with us feels safe and is able to bring their whole selves, being welcomed with equity, dignity and respect. In doing so, we understand that we must first include, listen, and reflect in order to build trust, connect, and partner. We celebrate individuality and are guided by the stories and journeys of the communities in which we live and work. Everyone is welcome at Youth Focus.
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