Consulting and training
One-to-one consulting with Mark Catamora, Kickstart's director. Mark has spent more than 15 years developing programs for young people, and now builds every program Kickstart runs. He works with other providers on their culture, programs and leadership.

How Mark can help
Design a new youth program, or rebuild one that isn't working. From the idea and the outcomes you want, through to session plans and staffing.
Shape how your team works with young people and with each other, so the culture you want shows up on every shift.
One-to-one coaching for team leaders and managers stepping up, so they can lead a team, hold standards and support their staff.
Practical training for your team on youth development and working well with young people.
Background
Mark started out in youth groups, developing programs for young people in the community.
He developed programs for drop-in centres supporting at-risk young people.
He worked in South East Asia, developing drug and alcohol awareness programs for young people.
Today he leads Kickstart and develops all of its programs, from mentoring and group activities to respite.
Tell us what you're working on, and Mark will get back to you to set up a first conversation.
Tell us a little about your young person and we’ll be in touch. Prefer to talk? Call 1800 229 736.
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