Youth Development & Engagement Officer – Richmond Hub

Yarra City Council; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

16 days personal leave pro-rata

18 weeks parental leave

EAP counselling

40% staff discount at Yarra Leisure

Salary sacrifice childcare options

Professional development workshops

Job summary

Yarra City Council is seeking a Youth Development Officer to run hands-on programs at the Richmond Youth Hub, engaging children and young people ages 8 to 25. You will design activities, coordinate partnerships with local schools and services, and support youth pathways in a vibrant community space.

The role offers a temporary full-time position, with flexible working arrangements, professional development, and a strong focus on wellbeing and staff growth within an inclusive council team.

Qualifications

• Completed qualification or current study in Youth Work, Social Sciences, or related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport with young people from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience planning and facilitating engaging programs for youth.

Responsibilities

• Design and facilitate after-school activities, school holiday programs, and youth-led initiatives.
• Collaborate with families, schools and partner organisations to support young people.
• Maintain program records, collect feedback, and monitor budgets.

Skills

Youth Work

Community development

Program planning

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Youth Work / Social Sciences related qualification

First Aid certification

Working with Children Check

National Police Check

Job description

Yarra City Council is seeking a Youth Development Officer to run hands-on programs at the Richmond Youth Hub, engaging children and young people ages 8 to 25. You will design activities, coordinate partnerships with local schools and services, and support youth pathways in a vibrant community space.

The role offers a temporary full-time position, with flexible working arrangements, professional development, and a strong focus on wellbeing and staff growth within an inclusive council team.