Youth Assistant

Upper Hunter Shire Council; Stuarts Rocks; Sur place; AUD 59 000 - 66 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Annual Leave entitlement

Uniform allowance

Long Service Leave

Training opportunities

Salary sacrifice options

Permanent employment

Résumé du poste

Upper Hunter Shire Council in Murrurundi is seeking a Youth Worker – Youth Assistant to support the Youth Centre and deliver engaging activities for local young people.

You will work alongside the Youth Services team, assist in programs and events, handle administration, and help create an inviting space where youth feel valued.

This part-time role offers opportunities to develop skills, contribute to the community, and build lasting connections with families and schools.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people and building positive relationships.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Respect for culture and diversity.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant software.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current unrestricted driver’s licence.
• Availability to work evenings and during school holidays.

Responsabilités

• Direct engagement with young people and program support.
• Assist in delivering activities, programs and events.
• Help maintain a welcoming Youth Centre.
• Administrative and day-to-day operations.

Connaissances

Youth work

Communication

Cultural awareness

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Working with Children Check

Driver's licence

Evenings & school holidays

Formation

Youth Work qualification

First Aid certificate

Description du poste

Youth Worker –Youth Assistant
Murrurundi
Permanent Part-Time (10 hours per week)

As a Youth Worker – YouthAssistant, you’ll help create meaningful experiences that encourage youngpeople to connect, participate and thrive.

Working alongside our YouthServices team, you’ll assist in delivering engaging and inclusive activities,programs and events designed around the interests and needs of local youngpeople. You’ll help make the Youth Centre a welcoming space where everyonefeels supported, respected and confident to get involved.

No two days will be quite thesame. Your role will combine direct engagement with young people, hands-onprogram and event support, administration, and the day-to-day activities thatkeep the Youth Centre running smoothly.

If you’re energetic, creative andpassionate about building genuine connections, this is your opportunity toinspire curiosity, encourage lifelong learning and make a lasting difference inthe lives of young people across the Upper Hunter Shire.

What’s on offer:

• $1140.70 to $1277.60 per 35 hour week (based on relevant skills and experience) + 12% superannuation
• Annual Leave entitlements
• Uniform allowance
• Access to Long Service Leave after five years
• Training and upskilling opportunities
• Salary sacrifice options
• Secure, permanent employment with Council and the opportunity to make a genuine difference within your local community

What we need from you:

We’re looking for someone whois passionate about working with young people and enjoys contributing as partof a supportive team.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Have a genuine interest in working with young people and the ability to build positive relationships with young people and their families.
• Have well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and respect for culture and diversity.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
• Hold a current Working with Children Check.
• Hold a current unrestricted driver’s licence.
• Be available to work evenings and during school holiday periods.

It would be an advantage ifyou also have:

• A relevant qualification in Youth Work or a related discipline.
• A current First Aid certificate.
• Previous experience working in a youth centre or delivering social or recreational programs for young people.
• Previous experience working in local government.

Aboutus:

Council is a progressiveand caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliverquality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference andadd value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by thevalues of the organisation and staff, which are honest, open and accountable,having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on ourcommitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensurestaff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.

JobDescription:

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Closing Date: Wednesday 28 October 2026

Enquiriesand Further Information:

Give AmandaCatzikiris, Manager Community Services a call on 02 6540 1153 or e-mail [e-mail] to discuss this opportunity.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and valuediversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants,including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability,LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.
Council will providereasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and requireadjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessmentprocess, please advise via [e-mail] or 02 65401100 to discuss.