Central Coast

Outreach Worker

Outreach Workers raise awareness and educate the general public about issues in the community, such as mental health, then build relationships with key organisations and individuals (churches, schools, businesses, local government officials, community leaders) to overcome the problems together. They are employed by government departments, healthcare and community service organisations, charities, and churches.

As an Outreach Worker you could be specialising in drug and alcohol, youth, nutrition, domestic violence, LGBT issues, mental health, homelessness), but your core role will be communicating and building relationships.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $67,600
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a outreach worker?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CHC43315

Certificate IV in Mental Health

On Campus, Online
6 - 18 months
$100 - $5,997
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC52021

Diploma of Community Services

Online
4 - 18 months
$100 - $15,631
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC50421

Diploma of Youth Work

Online
18 months
$6,006
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC53315

Diploma of Mental Health

Online
12 months
$4,004
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC40421

Certificate IV in Youth Work

Online
12 months
$2,496
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC50321

Diploma of Child, Youth and Family Intervention

Online
18 months
$6,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC40321

Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention

Blended, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $14,107
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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