Youth Worker –
Youth Assistant
Murrurundi
Permanent Part-Time (10 hours per week)
As a Youth Worker – Youth
Assistant, you'll help create meaningful experiences that encourage young
people to connect, participate and thrive.
Working alongside our Youth
Services team, you'll assist in delivering engaging and inclusive activities,
programs and events designed around the interests and needs of local young
people.
You'll help make the Youth Centre a welcoming space where everyone
feels supported, respected and confident to get involved.
No two days will be quite the
same.
Your role will combine direct engagement with young people, hands-on
program and event support, administration, and the day-to-day activities that
keep the Youth Centre running smoothly.
If you're energetic, creative and
passionate about building genuine connections, this is your opportunity to
inspire curiosity, encourage lifelong learning and make a lasting difference in
the lives of young people across the Upper Hunter Shire.
What's on offer:
- $******* to $******* per 35 hour week (based on relevant skills and experience) + 12% superannuation
- Annual Leave entitlements
- Uniform allowance
- Access to Long Service Leave after five years
- Training and upskilling opportunities
- Salary sacrifice options
- Secure, permanent employment with Council and the chance to make a genuine difference within your local community
What we need from you:
We're looking for someone who
is passionate about working with young people and enjoys contributing as part
of a supportive team.
Our ideal candidate will:




- Have a genuine interest in working with young people and the ability to build positive relationships with young people and their families.
- Have well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrate an understanding of and respect for culture and diversity.
- Work effectively as part of a team.
- Be proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
- Hold a current Working with Children Check.
- Hold a current unrestricted driver's licence.
- Be available to work evenings and during school holiday periods.
It would be an advantage if
you also have:
- A relevant qualification in Youth Work or a related discipline.
- A current First Aid certificate.
- Previous experience working in a youth centre or delivering social or recreational programs for young people.
- Previous experience working in local government.
About
us:
Council is a progressive
and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver
quality services to support our community.
We strive to make a difference and
add value to the lives of our community.
Everything we do is underpinned by the
values of the organisation and staff, which are honest, open and accountable,




having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our
commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure
staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.
Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire
encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone.
All great
places to live and work, come and see for yourself!
Job
Description:
To view the job description
for this role, please
click here
Closing Date:
Wednesday 28 October ****
Enquiries
and Further Information:
Give Amanda
Catzikiris, Manager Community Services a call on ************ or e-mail ****** to discuss this opportunity.
How to
Apply:
We encourage all applicants
to apply online and attach their cover letter and resume by the closing date by
clicking "Apply for this job" or through Council's website - upperhunter.nsw.gov.au.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value
diversity and inclusion in our workplace.
We encourage all applicants,
including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability,
LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.
Council will provide
reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the
recruitment process.
If you identify as a person with disability and require
adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment
process, please advise via ****** or *********** to discuss.

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