Frequently Asked Questions

How do I refer a young person?

Please fill in a Program Expression Of Interest which can be found on the Contact Us section on the website, and select Program EOI for your reason for enquiry.

Please be aware that our residential program is at full capacity. We are therefore only able to provide positions for young people to attend our day programs and who have a place to stay in Armidale. The wait list of accommodation placements is currently very long and we are unable to provide an estimated time as to when a placement may become available.

How can I make a donation to BackTrack?

Please go to the Donations page on our website or send us an email to [email protected] and we will send you our bank details.

If you would like to set up a direct bank transfer, our bank account details are

BackTrack Youth Works

BSB 932000

A/C 720542

If you do set up a bank transfer, please get in touch wit us via [email protected] so as we have your contacted details and can send you a tax receipt.

I’m interested in employment or volunteering with BackTrack?

We currently do not have any positions available however would love to know more about you and to keep your details on file for the future. Please send your resume and an outline of your interest to [email protected]

Please be aware that we do receive a large number of requests to volunteer and are unable to accommodate many requests. It is important to us to maintain continuity of service delivery and connection to role models for our young people so we do try to avoid too many faces coming in and out of the program.

What age do you need to be to attend BackTrack?

There is no set rule but typically our kids are aged between 13 and 17.

Each referral is assessed individually based on the circumstances and needs of the young person.

I want to refer a young person to a specific program i.e. AgLads or PawsUp?

It is not possible to join just one program as a driving factor of the success at BackTrack is the interconnected role that all our programs have. It is however possible to attend on a part-time basis (i.e. 2 days per week).

Do you need more dogs?

Thank you, but no! 20 something dogs is enough mouths to feed and paws to control.

Can girls attend BackTrack?

Yes, girls can attend BackTrack and participate in all activities alongside the boys.

Do you have accommodation?

We do have a residential facility which is currently operating at capacity.

Where is BackTrack?

BackTrack operates in Armidale NSW

How much does it cost to attend BackTrack?

Each referral is assessed individually based on the circumstances and needs of the young person.

What is BT Works?

BT Works is our employment social enterprise. Building upon the skills gained under AgLads and Iron Man Welders, we support our young people as they work on into real commercial jobs, under real work conditions.

If you are in the Armidale region and have work that you would like to contract BT Works to undertake, please get in touch with us via the Contact Us page and select BT Works as your reason for enquiry.

What is BackTrack Everywhere?

BackTrack Everywhere is our community mentoring program where we support other communities to adopt a BackTrack style youth program in their region.

For information on how we may be able to assist your community please go to the Get in touch section of our webpage and select Community mentoring EOI.

Does BackTrack have DGR status (able to offer tax deductible receipts)?

Yes. We are registered with the ACNC and have DGR 1 status meaning donations over $2 are tax deductible.

How can I purchase the Back on Track book?

The Back on Track book is available for purchase online at Booktopia at this link – https://bit.ly/2XemUFi

BackTrack also has a limited number of books available for sale direct from BackTrack including special edition signed copies. If you are interested in this, please send us an enquiry via the Contact Us page and select Back on Track book as your reason for enquiry.