About Us

HOPE Community Services has been supporting Western Australians for over 120 years, delivering services across alcohol and other drugs, mental health, justice, and family and domestic violence. Our work is grounded in collaboration, respect, and a strong belief in community-led solutions.headspace Esperance, led by HOPE, provides free and confidential support for young people aged 12–25 across four key areas: mental health, physical and sexual health, work and study support, and alcohol and other drug services. A local Consortium Advisory Committee brings together community leaders, service providers, young people, and families to guide the service and ensure it remains responsive to local needs.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Consortium Chairperson to lead the headspace Esperance Consortium Advisory Committee. This voluntary role provides independent leadership to the Consortium, supporting collaboration between partner organisations and ensuring the voices of young people remain central to the service.

Key responsibilities include:

• Chairing bi-monthly Consortium Advisory Committee meetings
• Providing leadership and strategic guidance to the Consortium
• Supporting strong collaboration between partner organisations
• Representing and advocating for headspace Esperance in the community
• Encouraging engagement from the Youth Advisory Group and Family & Friends Reference Group
• Supporting continuous improvement and the headspace Model Integrity Framework

What’s on Offer

• Voluntary leadership opportunity supporting youth wellbeing in Esperance
• Opportunity to work with a diverse network of community and sector leaders
• Influence strategic direction for youth mental health services locally
• Support from HOPE Community Services as Lead Agency for headspace Esperance

Meetings are held bi-monthly with a mix of in-person and online attendance options. The role operates on a two-year tenure with annual review.

You’ll Need

• Demonstrated senior leadership experience
• Previous experience chairing boards, committees, or advisory groups
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and collaboration skills
• Knowledge of community services or strong networks in the sector
• Passion for improving young people’s health and wellbeing in Esperance

Pre-employment requirements:

• Current Driver’s Licence
• National Police Clearance (volunteer status)
• Working With Children Check (volunteer status)

Next Steps

If you’re interested in contributing your leadership and experience to support young people in Esperance, we’d love to hear from you.

To submit your application please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.

At HOPE, we believe strong communities are built through collaboration, respect, and shared purpose. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.