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Youth Engagement Officer
Community Services Development
Company shared salary
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Market rate
A$5,417–A$6,667/mo (A$65,004–A$80,004/yr)
Based on similar roles (title + domain + location).
About the Company
Hume City Council is one of Australia's fastest growing and culturally diverse councils, committed to putting the customer and community at the centre of all they do, ensuring services are efficient and accessible. As a leader in local government, they are committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment guided by values such as continuous improvement, inclusivity, accountability, and dedication to the Hume Community. They are a child-safe organization and an equal opportunity employer, encouraging applications from people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+ people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Responsibilities
- ● Plan, promote, and facilitate programs and initiatives that are innovative and respond to the needs of children and young people predominantly aged 6-18 years in Hume, using a participation model.
- ● Develop and deliver engagement initiatives that respond to the needs and interests of children and young people.
- ● Provide children, young people, and families with information and referral to services/organisations that may assist them with a broad cross-section of mental health, wellbeing, leadership, and education and training pathways.
- ● Provide and share information on emerging and current issues relating to children, young people, and families across the Unit.
- ● Support the evaluation of programs and initiatives, and assist in the preparation of reports for Council and funding submissions, as required.
- ● Actively participate in local sector and community networks to develop and maintain professional relationships with local service providers and contribute to raising awareness between members and the community, in relation to emerging youth issues.
Requirements
- ● Experience developing, planning, facilitating, and evaluating programs, activities, and initiatives for children and young people aged 10 - 24 years.
- ● Strong knowledge of youth participation, inclusion, cultural safety, community consultation, and community development approaches.
- ● The ability to build relationships with stakeholders such as children, young people, families, schools, and community organisations.
- ● Strong time management, planning, and organisational skills, with the ability to manage priorities.
- ● A collaborative approach and the ability to contribute to team planning, service development, and continuous improvement.
- ● Tertiary qualifications in youth work, social work, community services or a related field, or lesser formal qualifications with relevant experience.
- ● Current National Police Check.
- ● Current Working with Children Check.
- ● First Aid Certificate.
- ● Current driver's licence.
- ● Successful completion of background and probity checks including Reference Checks and a Criminal Record Check.
Benefits
- ● Permanent Full Time employment
- ● Salary of 83,714.28 per annum plus Superannuation
- ● Competitive salary package
- ● Professional development opportunities
- ● Supportive work environment
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