Youth & Community Worker - Support Role

Project & Management Pros; Sydney; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Sydney Council – Town Hall House, Sydney CBD NSW, is seeking a Youth & Community Worker to support programs, engage with young people and strengthen community connections. The role is casual/on-call, with offices across Sydney and occasional travel to community centres.

Hours are part-time up to 25 hours per week, with school term hours 2:30pm–6:00pm and school holidays 9:15am–4:00pm. Start ASAP for a 12-month contract, with a rate of $35–$40 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people and/or within community services.
• Working with Children\'s Check is required.
• Police Check Clearance is required.
• First Aid Certificate/CPR is required.
• 2 Reference Checks is required before commencing the Youth & Community Worker position

Responsibilities

• Engage with young people and build positive, trusting relationships
• Working with high school children who are home schooled or learn by distance education
• Develop and deliver innovative youth programs, activities, and events
• Encourage participation, inclusion, and community connection
• Provide support, guidance and referrals to young people when needed
• Work collaboratively with community groups, schools, services, and key stakeholders
• Identify opportunities that promote youth development, wellbeing, and leadership
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for everyone

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Relationship-building

Teamwork

Organisation

Problem-solving

Creativity

Proactivity

Education

Youth Work

Community Services

Social Work

Job description

Project & Management Pros – Sydney CBD NSW

YOUTH & COMMUNITY WORKER - SUPPORT ROLE
Make a Difference. Build Connections. Empower Young People

City of Sydney Council – Location Town Hall House - Sydney

Working from Office & Occasional Travel to Community Centres across Sydney

Start ASAP!!! 12 Months Contract - 2 Positions!!

Casual/On-Call Position

Part-time up to 25 hours per week.

Working hours during school period 2.30pm to 6.00pm.

Working hours during school holidays 9.15am to 4.00pm.

Roster will be provided 1 week in advance

Are you passionate about supporting young people and creating stronger, more connected communities?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and community-minded Youth & Community Worker to support our team and make a genuine difference in the lives of young people.

What you will be doing:

• Engage with young people and build positive, trusting relationships
• Working with high school children who are home schooled or learn by distance education
• Develop and deliver innovative youth programs, activities, and events
• Encourage participation, inclusion, and community connection
• Provide support, guidance and referrals to young people when needed
• Work collaboratively with community groups, schools, services, and key stakeholders
• Identify opportunities that promote youth development, wellbeing, and leadership
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for everyone

What we are looking for:

• Experience working with young people and/or within community services
• Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Ability to engage young people from diverse backgrounds
• Creative, energetic, and proactive approach to program delivery
• Strong teamwork, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Relevant qualifications in Youth Work, Community Services, Social Work, or a related field are highly regarded.
• Or experience working with young people and/or within community services will be highly regarded
• Working with Children's Check is required
• Police Check Clearance is required
• First Aid Certificate/CPR is required
• 2 Reference Checks is required before commemcing the Youth & Community Worker position

This is more than a job, it is an opportunity to inspire young people, strengthen communities and create positive change.

If you are someone who brings energy, empathy, and fresh ideas, we would love to hear from you!

Location:Town Hall House Sydney with occasional travel to Community Centres across Sydney
Start Date:ASAP
Contract:12 months
Rate/Salary:$35-$40

Bring your passion. Build connections. Empower the next generation.