Youth Worker Programs and Development

Careers at Council; Lane Cove; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Hybrid options

Salary progression

Professional development

Wellness program

Flexi Time

Nearby amenities

Job summary

Council in Lane Cove is seeking a dedicated youth worker to engage, support and empower young people through planned programs addressing local needs. The role is permanent full-time, 35 hours per week.

You will hold relevant qualifications, WWCC clearance, and demonstrated experience in delivering youth programs, building relationships, and complying with mandatory reporting. The role requires Friday evening availability and a commitment to inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in youth work, social sciences or relevant field, or equivalent qualifications combined with experience.
• A current ‘Paid Worker - Working with Children Check’ clearance (NSW).
• Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering programs for, and supervision of, young people.
• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain professional relationships with young people in accordance with relevant Council policies and legislation.
• Demonstrated understanding of mandatory reporting requirements.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written.
• Available to work Friday evenings during school term.
• Knowledge of current and emerging youth issues.
• Computer competence including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, desktop publishing and social media.
• Current first aid certificate or willingness to obtain within first 3 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Engaging, supporting and empowering young people through planning and delivering responsive programs.
• Supervising and delivering youth programs in the Lane Cove area.
• Building and sustaining professional relationships with young people.

Skills

Youth work experience

Program development

Supervision of youth

Communication skills

Mandatory reporting knowledge

WWCC NSW knowledge

Fridays evenings availability

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

Tertiary qualifications in youth work or social sciences

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Desktop publishing

Social media

Job description

Hours: Permanent Full Time, 35 hours per week

Salary: $71,185 - $74,749 per annum+ 12% superannuation

About the role

As a member of the youth
team, this role is responsible for engaging, supporting and empowering young
people through the planning and delivery of programs that are responsive to
identified needs of young people in the Lane Cove area.

About you

To be successful in this role you will bring:

• Tertiary
  qualifications in youth work, social sciences or relevant field, or equivalent
  qualifications combined with experience.
• A
  current ‘Paid Worker - Working with Children Check’ clearance (NSW).
• Demonstrated
  experience in developing and delivering programs for, and supervision of, young
  people.
• Demonstrated
  ability to build and sustain professional relationships with young people in
  accordance with relevant Council policies and legislation.
• Demonstrated
  understanding of mandatory reporting requirements.
• Good
  interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written.
• Available
  to work Friday evenings during school term.
• Knowledge
  of current and emerging youth issues.
• Computer
  competence including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, desktop
  publishing and social media.
• Current
  first aid certificate or willingness to obtain within first 3 months of
  employment.

What we offer

We
are committed to supporting our people to do their best work. You’ll have
access to:

• Flexible
  work arrangements, including hybrid options for eligible roles
• Annual
  performance reviews and salary progression
• Extensive
  professional development and training
• Employee
  wellness program and discounted gym memberships
• Access to Council's Flexi Time system
• Close to shops, cafes and the Lane Cove aquatic centre

About Council

Located
on the lower North Shore, Lane Cove is a vibrant, close-knit community with a
leafy village atmosphere. We deliver best-value services and facilities to our
residents while building a sustainable, inclusive future - one that empowers
children, young people and families to feel safe and supported.

We are a place where people genuinely care about their work and each other.

Inclusion and diversity are central to everything we do, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and walks of life.

Council is an equal opportunity employer.

Wereflect the community we serve and encourage applications from First Nationspeoples, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ individuals, and people fromculturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Further information regarding this role can be found in the Position Description or by contacting Erin King on (02) 9911 3***.

Please Note: This position is subject to a National Police Check in addition to a Working With Children Check.