about the opportunity

Youth and Family Services have an opportunity for a Youth Engagement Officer to join their team on a temporary part time basis.

The Youth Engagement Officer is required to work as a senior member of Council’s Youth Services team.

Key functions include:

• Lead the delivery of Banyule’s Youth Summit and Summit Report Card
• Play a pivotal role in the planning, development and implementation of a range of opportunities for young people in the City of Banyule
• Under the direction of the Youth Services Coordinator you will facilitate the strategic planning, provision and delivery of all aspects of high-quality youth programs, activities and events for young people aged 10-25 years and their families
• Services will be consistent with council’s youth services strategic plans, policies, philosophies and service agreements

What we are looking for

• Tertiary qualifications in youth work or related discipline
• Proven experience, knowledge and understanding of working with young people in a variety of program settings
• Practical working knowledge and understanding of Youth Work principles and practice
• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence
• Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain same.
• Well-developed knowledge in the use of social media, online applications and IT systems
• Flexible availability preferred – a minimum of two afternoons/evenings per week required
• Ability to undertake and pass probity checks (WWC & Police)
• Extensive knowledge of professional conduct required of youth workers i.e. confidentiality, respectful engagement, accurate record keeping, punctuality
• Evidence of COVID vaccination 

We can offer

• Temporary role - February 2022 to February 2023
• Part time - 24.5 hours per week
• Salary range $86,182.74 to $93,696.04 pro rata plus super
• Access to quality learning and development opportunities and health and wellbeing initiatives
• Flexible work arrangements 

Our Culture

Our Staff choose to align their career with Banyule by living the values of Respect, Integrity, Responsibility, Initiative and Inclusion, strong learning and development culture and the positive way we work in partnership with the community.  

how to apply

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For more information about this position please view the position description below or to discuss your suitability, we encourage you to contact Lisa Said Tel: 0427 833 321 for a confidential conversation.

To apply for this position, please include your resume and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the position description. For more information on how to apply, please refer to the Application Guidelines via the link below.

Banyule City Council is a child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.