Job Description

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Gidgee Healing is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service delivering culturally appropriate, holistic care across Northwest and Lower Gulf Queensland.

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We are looking for a passionate Community and Youth Engagement Officer to support headspace Mount Isa , working directly with young people and the community to improve mental health awareness and access to services.

About the Role n

In this hands-on role, you’ll help deliver community engagement, youth participation and health promotion activities. You’ll work closely with young people, schools and community organisations to promote headspace services and encourage help-seeking behaviours.

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You will play an important role in creating a welcoming, inclusive and culturally safe workplace for young people aged 12–25.

Key Responsibilities n

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- Support delivery of community engagement and outreach activities
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- Assist with workshops, school presentations, events and campaigns
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- Build relationships with young people, schools and community stakeholders
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- Support Youth Reference Group activities and youth participation
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- Help develop social media and promotional content
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- Represent headspace at community events
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- Support young people to access appropriate services
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- Maintain activity records and reporting requirements
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- Contribute to a safe, welcoming and youth-friendly setting
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About You n

You are a motivated and approachable individual with a passion for working with young people and making a difference in your community.





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You will bring:

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- Certificate IV (or higher) in Youth Work, Community Services, Mental Health or similar (or equivalent experience)
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- Experience working with young people in community, health or youth services
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- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
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- Good organisational and time management abilities
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- Ability to work collaboratively in a team
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- A culturally secure, youth-focused approach to service delivery
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Desirable:

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- Experience in Aboriginal Community Controlled Health or youth mental health
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- Knowledge of the Mount Isa community
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- Experience with social media or health promotion
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Requirements n

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- Current C Class Driver Licence
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- Blue Card (or ability to obtain)
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- National Police Check
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- Availability for some after-hours and weekend work
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- Willingness to travel, including outreach and remote communities
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Why Join Us? n

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- Make a real difference in youth mental health and wellbeing
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- Work in a supportive, culturally grounded team environment
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- Gain experience across outreach, events and community engagement
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- Be part of a respected Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service
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Apply Now n

If you’re passionate about empowering young people and strengthening communities, we’d love to hear from you.

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Apply now or visit for more information.

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Applications Close: 30th June 2026 at 5:00 PM.

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For more information email enquiries to

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📌 Community and Youth Engagement Officer (Georgina)
🏢 Gidgee Healing
📍 Georgina