Salary: $71,500.00 - $117,000.00

Job Type: Full-Time Maximum Term (FM)

Location: Bundaberg QLD

About

The individuals, families and communities we support are at the heart of everything we do at Youturn. We listen deeply – honouring every voice, story, culture and choice – through our core values of Integrity, Respect and Inclusion. We have a strong commitment to reflection and responsibility and are always curious and adapting through our Learning value. At Youturn, we believe in the importance of caring today for a better tomorrow, represented in our value of Stewardship.

Youturn is a community-based not-for-profit charity providing social, community, and health services across Australia. With more than 35 years of experience, we are a trusted provider supporting individuals and communities through life’s toughest moments, empowering people of all ages to live safe, connected, and meaningful lives. With compassion and equity at our core, we support people in the areas of housing, community and family support, mental health, and support for those bereaved or impacted by suicide.

You can find out more at youturn.org.au .

Youturn is seeking a dedicated and person-centred Intervention Worker to join our team at headspace Bundaberg. This is an exciting opportunity to support young people aged 12-25 and their families by providing assessment, care coordination, therapeutic interventions, and early intervention support within a multidisciplinary youth mental health service.

As an Intervention Worker, you'll play a vital role in helping young people navigate challenges relating to mental health, wellbeing, alcohol and other drugs, education, employment, and social connection. Working alongside a passionate and experienced team, you'll contribute to meaningful outcomes that help young people build brighter futures.

Job Description

Why Join Youturn?

At Youturn, We're Committed To Creating Stronger Communities By Supporting Young People And Families To Thrive. When You Join Our Team, You'll Benefit From





- Fixed-term full-time opportunity until December 2027
- Generous salary packaging to maximise your take-home pay
- Additional wellbeing days and employee benefits program
- Ongoing professional development and clinical supervision
- Supportive multidisciplinary team workplace
- Opportunities for career growth and development
- Rewarding work that creates positive outcomes in your local community

About the Role

As An Intervention Worker, You Will

- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and risk assessments.
- Deliver therapeutic and brief interventions to young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health concerns.
- Provide care coordination and support young people to access appropriate services and supports.
- Develop individualised support plans that promote recovery and wellbeing.
- Facilitate referrals and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate records and case notes in line with organisational and professional requirements.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve positive outcomes for young people and their families.

About You

Desired Skills and Experience

Essential Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

- Relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Behavioural Science, Counselling, Community Services, or a related discipline.
- Experience working with young people experiencing mental health challenges.
- Demonstrated understanding of youth mental health, early intervention, and recovery-oriented practice.
- Experience undertaking assessments, care planning, and case management or care coordination activities.
- Strong communication, engagement, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Well-developed risk assessment and risk management capabilities.
- Excellent written communication and record-keeping skills.

Highly Regarded

- Experience working within a headspace, youth mental health, community servi

📌 Intervention Worker (Australia)
🏢 Youturn
📍 Australia