About The Role:
The Youth & Wellbeing Program delivers outreach-based, case-managed support to young people aged 10–25 experiencing mental illness across the ACT. The program focuses on early intervention to strengthen resilience, build coping strategies, and support young people to secure and maintain long-term housing stability.
Through collaborative engagement, service coordination, education, short-term therapeutic interventions, referrals and advocacy, the program works alongside young people to support their recovery and overall wellbeing.
As a Mental Health Outreach Worker, you will provide recovery-oriented, case management support to young people experiencing mental distress. This is a dynamic outreach role requiring strong time management, organisational and administrative skills. You will work with a high level of autonomy in the community while also contributing effectively as part of a small, supportive team.
About Us
Marymead CatholicCare is the social services arm of the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn. Our mission is to provide quality services to people by promoting healthy, inclusive communities through relationships, partnerships and collaboration while adhering to our values of Respect, Integrity, Excellence, Care & Compassion and Inclusivity.
Why Join Us?
Looking for a meaningful career where you can make a real difference? Rewarding opportunities are available for passionate individuals to support the wider community across diverse program areas.
What We Offer:
• Generous Salary Packaging to boost your income
• Free Parking for your convenience
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for your wellbeing
• Opportunities for Professional Development
• A Family-Friendly Workplace
Make an impact with us—apply today!
About You:
- Tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling or related field for membership of AASW or registration with AHPRA or with ACA or PACFA (level 3 or 4)
- At least 3 years demonstrated experience working with young people and/or families with complex needs
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, organisational time management skills
- Ability to respond appropriately to crisis situations and to clients presenting with complex needs
- Current Working with Vulnerable People Card (ACT)
- Current national police check
- Current drivers’ license
- Competent in the use of Information Technology
How to Apply
- Submit an updated resume
- Provide a cover letter (max 2 pages) addressing all listed requirements.
Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Closing Date – 17 March 2026
Marymead CatholicCare has a commitment to child safeguarding and zero tolerance to child abuse. Marymead CatholicCare is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications are strongly encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people with a disability; people who identify as LGBTIQ; and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
