Youth Care Coordinator

Marathon Health Australia; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular clinical supervision

Salary packaging options

5 weeks annual leave + festive break

Professional development allowance

All Staff Days

Cultural safety RAP participation

Job summary

headspace Dubbo on Wiradjuri Country is recruiting a Youth Care Coordinator to support young people accessing our services. You will perform psychosocial assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions, tailored to each youth's needs.

This fixed-term role runs until June 2027 in a fast-paced, supportive team. Join a community-focused organisation offering growth, regular supervision, salary packaging, and time off during the festive season.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in psychology, social work, mental health or related fields.
• Experience conducting clinical assessments of youth with mental health needs.
• Experience in a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to connect with young people.
• Solid understanding of technology and clinical software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and screenings for young people referred to headspace.
• Foster long-term engagement ensuring they receive appropriate care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to drive centre success.
• Advocate for young people’s needs and coordinate their care across services.
• Get involved in community awareness, education, and training initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication

Tech savviness

Education

Psychology

Social work

Mental health

Tools

Clinical software

Job description

headspace opportunities Posted: Mon, 03 August 2026

Ready to make a real impact in the lives of young people? Look no further! Join the headspace Dubbo team on Wiradjuri Country as a Youth Care Coordinator and experience job satisfaction like never before! This a fixed -term role up until June 2027.

As the first point of contact for young people accessing our services, you’ll play a key role in guiding them on their journey to better mental health. You’ll provide high-quality assessments and evidence-based therapeutic interventions, each one tailored to meet the unique needs of the young people you work with. The role is dynamic, fast-paced, and fulfilling – a perfect opportunity for continued learning and growth in a supportive, high-performing team.

This role offers ongoing employment with a range of benefits to keep you thriving, both professionally and personally, including:

• Regular clinical supervision to enhance your skills
• Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging options
• 5 weeks annual leave per year, plus extra time off over Christmas and New Year
• An annual professional development and well-being allowance to support your career and personal growth
• Access to All Staff Days, where you’ll connect with senior managers and provide feedback
• The pride of knowing you’re making a positive difference in your community
• Commitment to cultural safety. Access our Innovate RAP here: https://www.marathonhealth.com.au/news/launching-our-innovate-rap/

What will you do?

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and screenings for young people referred to headspace
• Foster long-term engagement with clients, ensuring they receive the care they need
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to drive the ongoing success of the centre
• Advocate for young people’s needs and coordinate their care across services
• Get involved in building community awareness, education, and training initiatives

What do you need?

• Qualifications (or working towards) in psychology, social work, occupational therapy, nursing, drug and alcohol work, youth work, mental health, or other relevant fields for providing clinical interventions
• Experience in conducting clinical assessments of young people facing mental health or drug and alcohol challenges
• Proven ability to work in a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with young people
• A solid understanding of technology and clinical software packages

Take the leap into a role that’s more than just a job – it’s a chance to make a real difference while growing in an environment that values your expertise.