Youth Programs Lead - Community Impact & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Personal leave 16 days pro-rata

Parental leave 18 weeks

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Salary sacrifice childcare options

Job summary

Yarra City Council is seeking a Youth Development Officer for the Richmond Youth Hub to design and deliver after-school activities and school holiday programs that engage children and young people aged 8 to 25. You will work within the North Richmond community to foster confidence, social connection and leadership through hands-on, community-based activities.

The role emphasises collaboration with families, schools and partner organisations, with a view to helping young people access local

Qualifications

• Qualification or current study in Youth Work or Social Sciences.
• Current Working with Children Check, National Police Check, and First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Design and facilitate practical after-school activities for 8–25 year olds.
• Coordinate school holiday programs.
• Lead youth-led initiatives to build confidence, social connection and leadership.
• Collaborate with local families, schools and partner organisations to connect youth with services.
• Support the North Richmond community with hands-on, community-based programs.

Education

Youth Work or related discipline

Job description

Yarra City Council is seeking a Youth Development Officer for the Richmond Youth Hub to design and deliver after-school activities and school holiday programs that engage children and young people aged 8 to 25. You will work within the North Richmond community to foster confidence, social connection and leadership through hands-on, community-based activities.

The role emphasises collaboration with families, schools and partner organisations, with a view to helping young people access local