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Helen Smith
Mentor - Cairns
Helen has worked within the Youth residential and disability sector for over nine years, she brings a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to working with young people particularly those navigating complex life circumstances. In her leadership roles as a Program Manager and Case Management, Helen supported young individuals through therapeutic interventions, care planning, and advocacy, always with a focus on empowerment and personal growth.
Helen is deeply passionate about working with youth, helping them build confidence, resilience, and a sense of agency. Helen’s mentoring style is grounded in empathy, accountability, and a therapeutic lens that prioritises emotional safety and self-determination. She believes in walking alongside young people as they define their own goals and futures, offering guidance that is respectful, responsive, and strengths based.
She is committed to supporting young families with dignity and purpose.