• Job Task Analysis - Youth Worker
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• Are you passionate about empowering young people and making a real difference in your community?
• Join our dynamic Youth Services team and play a vital role in delivering innovative programs and activities for young people living, working, or studying in the City of Kingston
• Multiple casual positions available
• Band 4 $36.55 per hour,  plus 25% casual loading and superannuation
• Location: Mordialloc, Platform 81

About the team

Kingston Youth Services is committed to supporting, empowering, and advocating for young people aged 12 to 25. We offer programs, events, and support services that promote the wellbeing, participation and positive development of young people in the City of Kingston. As part of a growing, passionate, and innovative team, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people and their families.

About the role

We are looking for passionate and community-minded Youth Engagement Officers to join our team in a casual capacity. In this role, you will help design, deliver, and evaluate programs and services that support young people across Kingston. You will be instrumental in fostering development, independence, and wellbeing among young people through meaningful engagement and facilitation.

What you’ll deliver                 

• Support or lead facilitation of youth-focused programs, activities, and school-based workshops
• Provide excellent customer service, respond to enquiries, and offer accurate information and referrals
• Contribute to the day-to-day operations of Youth Services, including administrative and reporting tasks
• Support the delivery of the Kingston Youth Strategy and Action Plan
• Supervise and support young people during activities, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment

What You’ll Bring

• Demonstrated experience working with young people
• Currently studying or completed a qualification in youth work or a related discipline
• Level 2 First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage and build rapport with young people, families, and community stakeholders
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage tasks effectively in a dynamic team environment
• Experience delivering programs and activities within a youth participation framework

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of

We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button. All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal.  We look forward to hearing from you!

For any inquiries about the position, please contact Tanya Marques, Team Leader Youth Services on [email protected] using the subject line: Youth Engagement Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at [email protected] using the subject line: Youth Engagement Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

About Kingston 

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations. 

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Why you’ll love working for us

At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us: 

• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
• Salary Packaging
• Purchase leave options
• Career development opportunities,
• Study/development assistance
• Discounted gym memberships
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Social club events
• Close to Public transport
• Free Onsite parking

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.