Community Development Officer (Children & Youth) - 3 Year Full-Time Position

Campbelltown fosters a vibrant workplace where our people are not just employees, they are integral members of our dynamic team.

 Campbelltown City Council

At Campbelltown City Council, our employees are passionate about working with the Community, local business, neighbouring Councils and Government agencies to deliver a quality lifestyle for its people.  We are always looking for talented and dedicated team members to help deliver our key initiatives.

As a Campbelltown City Council employee you will relish the atmosphere, where the values of customer focus, leadership, integrity, teamwork and respect are lived each day.  It is truly a family friendly environment that offers a great work-life balance. The role is also offering some great employment conditions that include training and professional development opportunities.

About you and this position:

Reporting to Manager, Community Services & Social Development, you will:

• Implement Council’s Children’s Plan
• Develop and implement Council’s Youth Plan
• Facilitate Council’s Youth Advisory Committee
• Review and support Council’s children and youth participation and engagement opportunities
• Build relationships with schools, organisations, clubs, groups and individuals who work with Children & young people in the area
• Identify opportunities to partner with organisations, individuals and groups and turn ideas into action utilising the partnership
• Undertake social research with Children & young people to provide relevant local context to issues of interest

As a successful candidate, you will have:

Essential

• Diploma or higher in Community Work or Social Science or Education is essential
• Working with Children Check or willing to obtain is essential

Desirable

• Experience working in a Community Development role
• Knowledge of local government

To be successful, candidates will also be required to complete a pre-employment medical and submit a police clearance.

This position is a full time, fixed term (3 years) position and is classified as a Grade 4 under the City of Campbelltown Municipal Staff Enterprise Agreement (and relevant Award).

If you are looking for a career with interesting and challenging work, and you want to contribute to the community we would like to hear from you.

How to Apply

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Applications close: 13 April 5pm

Further enquiries can be directed to Tracy Johnstone, Manager Community Services & Social Development on (08) 8366 9***

Campbelltown City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values the unique contributions of all people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Campbelltown City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values the unique contributions of all people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

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