Youth Focus is looking for a Community Engagement Officer to join our dynamic headspace Northam team! 

• Part-time, 0.6 FTE, permanent position
• Commencing ASAP
• Workdays: Tuesday - Thursday (Wednesday's till 7pm)

About the Role

The Community Engagement Officer works within a multidisciplinary team to raise awareness of headspace Northam services, strengthen community partnerships, and improve access to support diverse young people. Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and increase awareness activities in the community about our services, promoting mental health literacy and effective help seeking.
• Develop a community awareness plan aligned with the centre's objectives, including to increase access for young people from 'at risk' populations (e.g. LGBTQIA+ and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander).
• Support youth participation through facilitation of Youth Reference Groups and related engagement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with local agencies, community groups, and sector networks to obtain better outcomes for youth mental health.
• Develop and deliver training, psychoeducation, and engagement activities to build capacity among young people, families, and service providers.

About You

To be considered for this position, applicants will have:

• A passion for working with young people.
• High level community engagement knowledge and skills including planning, developing information campaigns/briefings, consultation, and partnership development.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and an ability to work with a broad range of people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.
• Developed organisational, administrative and project management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (preferred).
• Current driver's licence and willingness to travel across the Wheatbelt region.
• Capacity to work flexibly and outside of normal operating hours is 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 2025-2026)
• 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
• An opportunity to make your mark and impact on youth mental health

Applications

Please send through your CV and Cover Letter that addresses the selection criteria detailed under the section "About You".

Closing date for applications: 5.00pm, Monday 29 June 2026

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 08 •••• •333 or [email protected]  

About Us

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 1994, Youth Focus delivers innovative and accessible mental health services and programs across WA to help young people aged 12 to 25. A key component of this is our role as the lead agency for five headspace Centres, including headspace Northam Centre, located on Ballardong Noongar country.

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.