MEGT is looking for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander young people to join our host as a Community Services Trainee based in their Queanbeyan office. This is a paid traineeship where you’ll learn, earn and grow, while completing a Certificate IV in Community Services.

About the Traineeship

As a Community Services Trainee, you’ll gain hands-on experience working with young people aged 12–25 who access headspace services. You’ll be supported by a friendly, multidisciplinary team every step of the way.

You don’t need experience just motivation, curiosity, and a passion for helping others.

What You’ll Learn & Do:

• Welcoming young people at reception and answering phone enquiries
• Helping book appointments and manage referrals
• Supporting follow-up with young people to make sure they feel supported
• Assisting with community activities, workshops and youth groups
• Working alongside health professionals and community partners
• Promoting mental health, wellbeing and help-seeking
• Learning about cultural safety, advocacy and community engagement
• You’ll also have dedicated paid time to complete your training and study.

What We’re Looking For:

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Have recently finished school or are starting your career
• Enjoy working with people and being part of a team
• Want to help support First Nations young people
• Are keen to learn and try new things

Why Join:

• Paid traineeship + Certificate IV qualification
• Strong cultural support and mentoring
• Real-world experience in mental health and community services
• Friendly, supportive workplace that values Respect, Empowerment and Understanding
• A great pathway into a long-term career in health or community services

Apply Now!

At MEGT, we enable people to start their careers through Apprenticeships and Traineeships and support large and small businesses to recruit, train and grow careers. Our purpose is to provide life changing, lifelong learning and employment solutions for all. We invite you to be part of our story.

MEGT is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and an Equal Opportunity Employer. We have zero tolerance of racism, discrimination, harm, or abuse. We have a culture that values safety, diversity, and inclusion and encourage all qualified applicants, including minorities, genders, protected veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.