Youth Worker

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At Hobsons Bay City Council, we’re committed to creating a workplace that reflects our community and values. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking organisation that supports innovation, collaboration, and professional growth, and which aspires to be the exemplar of Local Government.

The opportunity

As a Youth Worker, you'll play an active role in supporting and empowering young people across Hobsons Bay through engaging programs, events, activities and outreach initiatives. Working as part of the Youth Services team, you'll help create safe, inclusive and youth-friendly environments where young people can build resilience, develop skills, connect with their community and have their voices heard.

What you’ll do

• Deliver youth programs, events, activities and outreach initiatives across various community settings.
• Support the planning, administration, evaluation and reporting of youth programs.
• Engage and work directly with young people using a strength-based, youth empowerment approach.
• Maintain safe, inclusive and supportive environments while managing risks appropriately.
• Provide information, guidance and referrals to young people as needed.

What you need to succeed

• Certificate IV or higher in Youth Work, Community Services, Community Development or a related field. Qualification in youth work is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience working directly with young people in youth services, schools, community programs, recreation, arts, sport, volunteering or similar settings. 
• Strong understanding of youth work practice, the YACVic Code of Ethical Practice, Victorian Child Safe Standards and professional boundaries.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage positively with young people, families and community stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively, manage competing priorities and contribute to the successful delivery of youth programs and events.

Applications without direct youth work or youth engagement experience, will not be considered.

Next Steps

To submit your application please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.

For more information, please go directly to the Hobsons Bay City Council website: Work opportunities - Hobsons Bay