Find your way, reach your goals
No matter what challenges you’re facing, our programs are designed for young people aged 12–25.
They are FREE, voluntary, and confidential.
Guidance & Pathways
Learn & Train
You don't have to figure everything out on your own. We've got you!
We work with many young people around FNQ who may be experiencing challenges at home, struggling with school or work, or facing housing instability.
We are here for you, providing safe accommodation, guidance and opportunities to build skills for the future. We are pretty sure, you'll like our friendly mob. Most do!
Here are a few snippets of how we can help:
- Provide advice and encouragement when things feel touch
- Help you stay connected with family, community, and support networks
- Teach life skills to handle challenges with confidence
- Connect you to housing, mental health, legal, and health services
- Walk alongside you through case management and personalised planning
Ready to take the next step?
See for yourself, what support can look like for you
Meet Jarnesha.
Jarnesha had been with Anglicare for a few months and her story is as unique as yours. Have a listen and see for yourself what it took and where she is now. Whatever your struggles are, you don't have to face them alone! If you want to change something in your life, you have to make the first step. Take a deep breath, and contact our friendly team at YSP.
You know, they do what they do because they genuinely want to help you!
You’ve taken the first step by looking for help.
Let’s take the next step together.
Youth Support Program
Struggling with home, school or life?
Our free, confidential Youth Support Program helps young people aged 12–21 get the right support. This program is for you if you are:
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- Feeling disconnected from family or community
- Struggling with school, training or work
- Feeling unsafe or at risk of harm
- At risk of losing stable housing
How we help:
Our team takes the time to understand your situation and work with you to build a plan that supports your wellbeing and future goals.
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Talk through your situation and create a plan together
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Strengthen connections with family, friends and support networks
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Provide practical help and advocacy
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Connect you with housing, health, counselling, or legal support
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We work with you to build stability, reconnect with education or work, improve wellbeing, and move toward safe, supported housing. Our team is here to listen, guide, and connect you to the right services at the right time.
Education, Training & Employment
Learn skills, get paid and move forward
Our CETEP program (Cairns Education, Training & Employment Program) offers a wide range of FREE learning and training opportunities for young people from 15 – 25 years young. And quite frankly, this is only the stepping stone...
- Certificate I in Construction | Cairns
- Certificate I in Hospitality | Yarrabah
- Certificate II in Rural Operations | Mareeba
- Certificate II in Agriculture | Mareeba
- Certificate II in Resources & Infrastructure | Cairns
- Certificate II in Conservation & Ecosystem Management | Kuranda
Click on each course/location to learn more.
After completing a course, we’ll support you to explore job opportunities, further training, or pathways into employment through our local networks and industry connections.
You can do it and we believe in you!
Let's talk about referrals. What is it and why do you need it.
Everything you need to know about referrals.
Why do we need a referral?
Because our programs works closely with young people and other services, we need a referral to:
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Understand the young person’s needs and circumstances
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Make sure the young person agrees to receive support
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Ensure we have permission to share information with relevant services
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Connect them to the right supports as quickly as possible
This helps us provide safe, coordinated and effective support.
If you need assistance with the referral process, please contact us for FREE at 1800 787 285 or visit our office during operating hours for support.
Important
We cannot process referrals without a completed and signed Client Consent to Referral section from the young person and/or their guardian.
This ensures the young person understands and agrees to the referral.
Transitional Housing Program (THP)
A pathway to transition from care to independent living in partnership with Child Safety Services
THP placements are made through Child Safety, and can be either shared housing or an outreach placement, with practical support for moderate to complex needs.
While in the program, you will be supported to:
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Build practical life skills and confidence
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Strengthen relationships and connections with family, culture, and community
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Stay engaged with school, training, or work
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Access health, housing, income, and other essential services
Your placement and support plan is outlined by Child Safety and reviewed regularly to ensure you get the right help at the right time.
Our approach is evidence-based, guided by child development, attachment, trauma, and grief and loss. We work closely with Child Safety to help you stay connected to the people and culture that matter to you.
This service is funded by the Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services, Queensland Government.
Change your story, one choice at a time.
Reach out — our Youth Support Program-teams are here for you.
