Youth Worker Programs and Development

Lane Cove Council; Lane Cove; Hybrid; AUD 71,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Hybrid options

Annual performance reviews

Professional development

Employee wellness program

Discounted gym memberships

Flexi Time

Close to shops and amenities

Job summary

Lane Cove Council in Sydney's Lower North Shore seeks a Permanent Full Time Youth Programs Officer. You will engage, support and empower young people in the Lane Cove area through planned programs that meet identified needs.

The role requires tertiary qualifications in youth work or related field, NSW Working with Children Check, and the ability to work Friday evenings. The Council offers flexible work options, professional development, and a wellness program.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in youth work or related field.
• Current 'Paid Worker - Working with Children Check' clearance (NSW).
• Experience developing and delivering youth programs and supervising youth.
• Ability to build professional relationships with young people per Council policies.
• Understanding mandatory reporting requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Availability to work Friday evenings during school term.
• Knowledge of current and emerging youth issues and digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver youth programs tailored to identified needs.
• Engage, support and empower young people in the Lane Cove area.
• Build and sustain professional relationships with youth as per policies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and supervise youth activities.
• Ensure safety and compliance with mandatory reporting requirements.

Skills

Youth engagement

Program development

Relationship building

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Tertiary qualifications in youth work or related field

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 youthteam, this role is responsible for engaging, supporting and empowering youngpeople through the planning and delivery of programs that are responsive toidentified needs of young people in the Lane Cove area.

About you

To be successful in this role you will bring:

• Tertiaryqualifications in youth work, social sciences or relevant field, or equivalentqualifications combined with experience.
• Acurrent 'Paid Worker - Working with Children Check' clearance (NSW).
• Demonstratedexperience in developing and delivering programs for, and supervision of, youngpeople.
• Demonstratedability to build and sustain professional relationships with young people inaccordance with relevant Council policies and legislation.
• Demonstratedunderstanding of mandatory reporting requirements.
• Goodinterpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written.
• Availableto work Friday evenings during school term.
• Knowledgeof current and emerging youth issues.
• Computercompetence including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, desktoppublishing and social media.
• Currentfirst aid certificate or willingness to obtain within first 3 months ofemployment.

What we offer

Weare committed to supporting our people to do their best work. You'll haveaccess to:

• Flexiblework arrangements, including hybrid options for eligible roles
• Annualperformance reviews and salary progression
• Extensiveprofessional development and training
• Employeewellness program and discounted gym memberships
• Access to Council's Flexi Time system
• Close to shops, cafes and the Lane Cove aquatic centre

About Council

Locatedon the lower North Shore, Lane Cove is a vibrant, close-knit community with aleafy village atmosphere. We deliver best-value services and facilities to ourresidents while building a sustainable, inclusive future - one that empowerschildren, young people and families to feel safe and supported.

Weare a place where people genuinely care about their work and each other.Inclusion and diversity are central to everything we do, and we welcomeapplications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and walks of life.

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

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.