Intervention Worker - headspace Toowoomba
Starts at $95K, increase based on experience
Join Youturn as an Intervention Worker with headspace
At Youturn, supporting people in their time of need is more than a mission—it's who we are.
In partnership with headspace, we're all about standing beside young people when life gets tough. We're looking for someone who's not just qualified, but genuinely passionate about making a difference — someone who sees people first, not problems.
Youturn is a leading national not-for-profit organisation delivering Health and Community Services to vulnerable people across Australia. Since 2012, we've proudly delivered youth mental health services under the headspace model—offering friendly, flexible clinical and non-clinical support including counselling, peer activities, and social groups for young people aged 12 to 25.
Learn more at youturn.org.au
To discover more about headspace, visit headspace.org.au
This Intervention Worker role is a chance to be there when it counts. You'll be the first point of contact for young people aged 12–25 who reach out to headspace for help — and your presence, care, and clinical skill can set their whole journey in motion.
We have both full-time and part-time roles available.
What You'll Be Doing
Connect with young people and their families in a way that's youth-friendly and genuine
Deliver brief interventions and coordinate care for mild to moderate mental health concerns
Conduct comprehensive assessments (bio-psycho-social, risk, AOD), and build collaborative action plans
Work within a multidisciplinary team (GPs, allied health, vocational specialists and more)
Offer support through centre-based, outreach, or telehealth services
Be part of community engagement and youth-led initiatives
Help shape holistic support that's trauma-informed, age-appropriate and culturally aware
You've got:
Degree qualifications in Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Social Sciences, Human Services, or Mental Health Nursing
Registration as a Mental Health Counsellor or Psychotherapist (ACA Level 3+ or equivalent), or postgraduate qualifications in a relevant clinical mental health field (e.g. Master of Family Therapy, Master of Addictive Behaviours)
Skills in assessment, risk management, and therapeutic interventions
A natural ability to connect and communicate with young people
An understanding of trauma-informed care and a passion for early intervention
A current driver's license and Blue Card (QLD)
What You'll Get
A role with real purpose and tangible impact
Enjoy salary packagingof up to$15,900, plus$2,650meal entertainment benefits, to furthermaximise your take-home pay
Ongoing professional development and clinical supervision
A passionate, values-driven team and supportive workplace culture
Opportunities to innovate, grow, and co-create youth-led services
Enjoy work-life balance with flexibility for negotiating start/finish times, tailoring your career to your lifestyle
Recharge with 5 days of paid wellness leave each year (pro-rata).
Unlock 12 weeks of paid parental leave benefits after just one year of dedicated service
We'd love to hear from you. Be part of something bigger — help shape a healthier future for young people in your community.
Youturn encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTIQA+ community, people with a disability, candidates from culturally diverse backgrounds, and those with lived experience.
We are committed to ensuring a safe, inclusive and respectful recruitment process, and if we can support you with any adjustments to help you fully participate, please let us know in your application or contact us at:recruitment@youturn.org.au
Please advise if you have been referred to this position by a current employee of Youturn.
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Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as an Intervention Worker? Do you have a current Australian driver's licence? What's your expected annual base salary? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Do you hold full Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and / or be an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Nurse, or Occupational Therapist?
Community Services & Development 101-1,000 employees
Youturn is a national not-for-profit delivering health and community services to people of all ages across Australia. Trusted to deliver safe, inclusive, and supportive programs, Youturn ensures those we support have access to secure and affordable housing and enjoy optimal mental wellbeing.
At Youturn, you are part of a passionate team who are making a big difference in the lives of those who need it most. Most people reach out to us in times of intense crisis or emotional distress, seeking our understanding and compassion.
Our team provide non-judgmental, individualised support to those in need, ensuring we are delivering on our vision, mission and values.
Youturn is a national not-for-profit delivering health and community services to people of all ages across Australia. Trusted to deliver safe, inclusive, and supportive programs, Youturn ensures those we support have access to secure and affordable housing and enjoy optimal mental wellbeing.
At Youturn, you are part of a passionate team who are making a big difference in the lives of those who need it most. Most people reach out to us in times of intense crisis or emotional distress, seeking our understanding and compassion.
Our team provide non-judgmental, individualised support to those in need, ensuring we are delivering on our vision, mission and values.
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