Are you passionate about supporting young people to build positive relationships, strengthen their wellbeing and create a brighter future?
Centacare NENW is looking for a Youth Mentor to join our Supporting Adolescent Boys (SAB) program in Moree. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by working directly with adolescent boys and young men who have experienced family and domestic violence (FDSV).
You’ll provide individualised, strengths-based support that helps young people develop resilience, understand healthy relationships, make positive choices and reduce the risk of using violence.
About Centacare NENW
Since 2001, Centacare NENW, the Social Services Agency of the Catholic Diocese of Armidale, has been supporting individuals, families and communities across the New England and North West region of NSW.
As a Catholic agency, we welcome everyone—regardless of religion, circumstance, ethnicity, economic situation, age, gender or ability.
Our work is guided by four core values:
Dignity | Community | Cooperation | Support
These values shape the way we work with young people, families, colleagues and our broader community.
Job Description
What This Role Involves
As a Youth Mentor, you’ll work alongside young people and other professionals to provide holistic, family-focused support.
You will help young men and adolescent boys who have been exposed to family and domestic violence to:
Recover and heal from their experiences.
Develop healthy and respectful relationships.
Build resilience, confidence and positive connections.
Understand the impacts of violence and make positive choices.
Reduce the risk of using family, domestic and sexual violence.
Connect with appropriate services and supports within their community.
You’ll manage a caseload of approximately 10–15 young people, depending on individual risk, needs and complexity.
Key Responsibilities
You will:
Conduct comprehensive assessments of young people's individual needs, risks, family and community circumstances and developmental needs.
Deliver individual mentoring and support sessions using Centacare's holistic and family-oriented approach.
Develop positive relationships and build trust with young people and their families.
Coordinate referrals and support pathways with other organisations and services.
Work collaboratively with professionals, families, carers and community stakeholders where safe and appropriate.
Maintain accurate, high-quality participant records and contribute to program data and evaluation.
Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of practices, interventions and outcomes.
Stay informed about current research and evidence-based approaches relevant to young people, FDSV and trauma-informed practice.
Maintain appropriate professional boundaries, confidentiality and ethical standards.
Actively contribute to a positive, collaborative and values-driven team environment.
Desired Skills and Experience
Skills & Experience We're Looking For
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Certificate IV or Diploma in Youth Work, Social Work or a related field.
Demonstrated experience working with young people, including supporting case plan goals, responding to individual needs and risks, and building positive relationships.
Experience in the community services sector, with knowledge of family and domestic violence and an understanding of trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice.
Strong communication, interpersonal and emotional intelligence skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with young people, families, colleagues and stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, build community connections and maintain effective referral pathways, with a strong commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, professional boundaries and ethical practice.
Your Employee Benefits
We are committed to the growth of our organisation and the wellbeing of our team members. When you join Centacare NENW, you can look forward to:
Increase Your Take-Home Pay
Access generous salary packaging benefits of up to $18,500 per year for everyday living and entertainment expenses.
Be Part of Positive Change
Join a dynamic and evolving organisation committed to growth, innovation and continuous improvement.
Flexible & Supportive Culture
Be part of a collaborative, inclusive and values-driven workplace where your contribution is valued.
Career Development Opportunities
Build your skills and progress your career through ongoing learning and professional development.
Wellbeing Matters
Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing free and confidential counselling and wellbeing support.
Recognition & Celebration
Be recognised for your contribution through our WOW Awards program, celebrating outstanding achievement and impact.
Ready to Apply?
If you're passionate about empowering young people and want to be part of a team making a genuine difference in the community, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit:
A covering letter/statement addressing the Essential Criteria
Your resume
For more information or role-related queries, contact our P&C Team at hr@centacarenenw.com.au.
This is a rolling recruitment process — interviews will be scheduled as suitable applications are received, so don't wait to apply!
Applications close: 4:00 PM, Wednesday 7th October 2026
Click Apply below to begin your application via SEEK and join a team that values dignity, solidarity and the common good.
Safeguarding & Screening
The Diocese of Armidale is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable people and preventing abuse, neglect, exploitation and harm.
Centacare NENW is committed to the NSW Child Safe Standards and National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and maintains a zero-tolerance approach to the abuse of children and vulnerable people.
Employment screening requirements apply to this position and include:
National Police Check.
Valid NSW Working With Children Check.
NDIS Worker Screening Check, where required.
These clearances must be maintained throughout employment.
