The City of Joondalup takes pride in being a Local Government that has been internationally recognised for providing outstanding services to the local community. To continue to set the standard in WA Local Government for innovative services and programs, we are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic employees who will be committed to making a positive contribution to the City and its community.
Youth Officer – Part Time x2
Salary: $71,680 - $76,554 per annum pro rata
Plus up to 15% superannuation (conditions apply)
Position (a) 11.5 hours per week and position (b) 15.5 hours per week
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These are newly created positions in the Youth Development team offering an exciting and unique opportunity for you to support the implementation of youth development initiatives in the City of Joondalup.
The Youth Officer plays a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of inclusive, supportive, and engaging environments that provide young people with meaningful opportunities for social connection, community participation and personal development. This role is responsible for supporting the planning, delivery and evaluation of a range of programs, activities, and events for young people aged 11 to 25 across multiple settings including youth centre, school engagements, and community activations.
Please note
: Applicants will need to be available to work a range of hours including afternoon, evening and occasional weekends.
To be considered for this position, applicants are required to submit a covering letter (maximum two pages)



addressing their experience in the following criteria:
Demonstrated ability to encourage positive work practices that support the safety and wellbeing of children.
Experience engaging with young people from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.
Knowledge of issues young people are facing, referral pathways and services.
Experience in effective planning and delivery of youth development projects and services.
Tertiary qualification or progression towards a qualification in Youth Work / Community Services / Community Development or similar discipline and/or demonstrated relevant experience.
If you are interested, we would like to hear from you. Further information, including work hours, can be obtained by calling Mel Burton, Team Leader Youth Development on *********.
Applications on Monday 3 November ****.
The City of Joondalup is committed to diversity and inclusion within all organisational practices and is an equal chance employer. The City encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all ages, sexualities and genders to apply for this position.
All employees and prospective employees of the City of Joondalup are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.
JAMES PEARSON
Chief Executive Officer
Canvassing of Elected Members will disqualify applicants.
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