Youth Development Officer (YTH003)

Moorabool Shire Council; Shire of Moorabool; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding flexible working Arrr.,

Spread of Hours Clause

Discretionary Leave Clause updates

Job summary

Moorabool Shire Council is seeking a Youth Services professional to empower young people aged 12–25. You will plan and deliver engaging programs, build strong community partnerships, and help youth improve health, education connections and overall wellbeing.

The role offers flexible working arrangements and is based at Darley, with a fixed-term contract to 16 July 2027. Applications close 8 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in youth work, social work, teaching or community services.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to inclusion and working with diverse young people.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging programs for ages 12–25.
• Build partnerships with schools, services and community groups.
• Support youth health, education connections and wellbeing.

Job description

Job Description

Moorabool is not only a great place to work; it’s also a great place to live.

We support fewer in person hours, our people are afforded ultimate flexibility that meets the needs of each individual.

• Band 5$80,324.92to$91,729.38+ 12% Superannuation
• Full-Time, Fixed Term to 16th July 2027
• Based at Darley

About Council

Moorabool Shire Council is a progressive organisation that is experiencing rapid growth and surging development. We offer a perfect blend of picturesque and friendly surrounds where you can enjoy an urban lifestyle in towns like Bacchus Marsh or take advantage of Moorabool’s smaller towns and hamlets, rural open spaces and natural surrounds.

Our focus is on building a healthy, inclusive and connected community; a liveable and thriving environment and an organisation that listens and adapts to the need of our evolving communities.

The Role

Join our Youth Services team to empower young people aged 12–25 to thrive! You’ll plan and deliver engaging programs, build strong community partnerships, and support young people to improve their health and wellbeing, connect with education and employment, and have a voice in their community. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people across Moorabool.

If you have questions specific to the role, please contact Ange Clark (Coordinator Early Years & Youth Services) on 5366 1297.

What We Offer

• Outstanding flexible working arrangements – make working with us work for you.
• Flexibility Spread of Hours Clause
• Updates to our Discretionary Leave Clause to include gender affirmation related activities, natural disaster and foster caring.

About You

You’re passionate about supporting young people and helping them reach their full potential. With relevant qualifications and experience in youth work, social work, teaching or community services, you bring strong communication and relationship-building skills, an understanding of youth development and wellbeing, and the ability to develop and deliver engaging programs. You’re adaptable, innovative and collaborative, with a commitment to inclusion and creating positive outcomes for young people from diverse backgrounds.

Applications will close by 11.59pm on Sunday 8th November 2026.

If you are experiencing difficulties with your application please contact Zoe Hegarty People & Culture Business Partner on 5366 1444.

Moorabool Shire Council is proudly committed to:

• Being a family friendly, gender inclusive and equal opportunity employer
• Promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children under the age of 18
• Supporting the Human Rights Charter

Please be advised we do not accept applications through agencies

We encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability

Only those with the right to work in Australia will be considered.