Developing community partnerships, planning and implementing programs and responding to the needs of the target client base of young people aged 12 to 25 to increase their capacity and resilience to reach their fullest potential in areas of health and well being, education and employment.The Ceduna Youth Hub is a central point that facilitates a two way engagement process between youth aged 12 to 25 years and service providers.The Ceduna Youth Hub’s main objectives are to:• Provide positive diversionary program opportunities as well as referrals to services as required for young people at risk of alcohol and substance abuse and related self-harm and violence.• Work with local service stakeholders to organise delivery of services and education/ awareness programs specifically targeting youth.• Facilitate the delivery of targeted youth employment and training programs and activities.• Identify potential youth leaders and provide leadership and development support in collaboration with local service providers.

Building resilience and developing the capacity for young people in the community aged 12 to 25 with priority areas of physical health and mental health and well being. Responsible for assessing, identifying and responding to youth needs under a community development model. Delivering school and community based programs aimed at building knowledge, skills and using a strengths based approach to setting goals and positive decision making for young people at risk.

Providing case management, advocacy and support to young people in custody at Magill Secure Care Centre (now Adelaide Youth Training Centre). Assessing the needs of children in custody and providing information via court ordered reports regarding the young persons personal and legal situation. Working with community based programs to implement clients successful release back into the community particularly relating to their accommodation and education. Delivering education programs to address offending and health related issues.

Supervision and case management of young offenders on bail and sentenced orders and Adolescents at Risk. Community Work Program Supervisor, Management Team member, Community Development Programs.