Job Description

Youth and Community Worker (4 Positions Available) - NSW Government

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Location: Town Hall, Sydney (100% Office-Based)

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Employment Type: 12-Month Contract

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Start Date: ASAP

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Hours: Up to 25 hours per week, working between 9:30am and 5:30pm

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Pay Rate: $35 - $40 per hour + Superannuation

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Roster: Provided at least one week in advance

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About the Role

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We are seeking four passionate and community-focused Youth and Community Workers to join our team. In this rewarding role, you will help plan, deliver, and evaluate a range of social, cultural, educational, and recreational programs that promote social inclusion, connection, and wellbeing, with a particular focus on supporting young people.

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Working within a agile community environment, you will engage with young people, community groups, and service providers to deliver impactful programs that make a positive difference in the community.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Plan, implement, and evaluate youth and community programs that support wellbeing, engagement, and social inclusion.
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- Build and maintain strong relationships with community organisations, stakeholders, and service providers to enhance service delivery outcomes.
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- Facilitate activities and programs designed to engage young people from diverse backgrounds and with varying support needs.
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- Undertake administrative and operational duties to ensure the safe, effective, and compliant delivery of community services and programs.
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- Support the ongoing development of programs and initiatives that respond to the needs of the local community.
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About You

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To be successful in this role, you will have:

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- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Youth Work, Social Work, Community Services, or a related discipline, and/or significant experience working with young people.
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- Demonstrated experience planning and delivering social, cultural, educational, or recreational programs for young people.
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- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
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- Experience working with young people and community members with diverse and complex needs.
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- A sound understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and best practice frameworks relating to youth and community services.
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- A current First Aid Certificate, or a willingness to obtain one.
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Mandatory Requirements

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- Valid Working With Children Check (WWCC).
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- Willingness to undertake a Criminal Record Check in accordance with legislative requirements.
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- Ability to work onsite at Town Hall House.
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Reporting To

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This role reports to the Youth Team Leader, Centre Manager, or Area Manager.

📌 Youth and Community Worker (New South Wales)
🏢 Ashdown People
📍 New South Wales