Youth Development Officer - Flexible, Impactful Programs

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

Benefits offered by this job

Pro-rata personal leave

Parental leave

EAP counselling

Staff discounts

Education assistance

Job summary

Yarra City Council is seeking a Youth Development Officer for the Richmond Youth Hub in North Richmond. You will design, facilitate and evaluate after‑school activities and holiday programs for 8–25 year olds, building confidence and leadership through youth-led initiatives.

You will partner with families, schools and community organisations to provide welcoming spaces, pathways support, and hands-on, community-based delivery within a dynamic local government team.

Qualifications

• Completed qualification or current study in Youth Work, Social Sciences, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Design and facilitate practical after-school activities and school holiday programs.
• Assist young people in navigating pathways and accessing local support services.
• Collaborate with schools, families and partner organisations to activate the Richmond Youth Hub.

Skills

Rapport building

Program planning

Community engagement

Budget monitoring

Collaboration

Education

Youth Work qualification

Current study in Social Sciences

Working with Children Check

National Police Check

First Aid

Job description

Yarra City Council is seeking a Youth Development Officer for the Richmond Youth Hub in North Richmond. You will design, facilitate and evaluate after‑school activities and holiday programs for 8–25 year olds, building confidence and leadership through youth-led initiatives.

You will partner with families, schools and community organisations to provide welcoming spaces, pathways support, and hands-on, community-based delivery within a dynamic local government team.