Orietta Simons believes the young person’s voice should be heard. This is one of the traits that makes her such a strong advocate for the rights of young people.  

She is a registered social worker, university-qualified youth worker and has worked extensively in rural and remote locations. She has over 25 years of experience providing youth work, social work and counselling services to children and young people. Her know-how and skills help make the lives of children and young people easier. 

Orietta has significant experience working with young people in the area of mental health, drug and alcohol misuse, school refusal, sexual abuse, and chronic illness.  An industry leader in youth work, Orietta has also been a university lecturer undertaking research and lecturing in Youth Work and Social Work.  She has also held the position of Chairperson for the Youth Affairs Council or WA and was the innaugral chair for the WA Youth Work Association.  

She is proud to be part of Head Office Health, the only multi-disciplinary private practice in Australia that provides youth work services.