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Form of workCoordinator Youth and Middle Years
Permanent Full Time (Flexible)
Band 8 - $120,339.78 - $134,850.06 + Superannuation + RDO (RDO applicable for full time 38 hours per week only)
- Hybrid/flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on work/life balance
- Excellent employee benefits and competitive hourly rates
- Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment
Are you looking to make a positive difference in the lives of at-risk young people and lead a highly motivated and dedicated multidisciplined team delivering tailored youth support programs from multiple service sites in Yarra? We are seeking an experienced contemporary and engaging leader to coordinate the delivery of Youth and Middles years services for the Yarra City Council, in a changing environment.
The Coordinator Youth and Middles Years provides strategic and operational leadership, with a particular focus on service collaboration and partnerships, and a team culture that promotes excellence, innovation and inclusiveness. We are seeking someone who can think and act strategically, capable of supporting young people to co-design service responses, and strategically advocate, by enabling a voice for young people to influence Council’s decision making.
This is a key leadership role in Yarra’s Family, Youth and Children Services’ Branch and you will contribute to the development and delivery of branch/organizational goals and in accordance with Yarra’s Community Vision, Council Plan, organizational values and behaviours.
Your background includes leading and developing inclusive strategies, policies, and services to enhance positive community outcomes, particularly for at risk young people, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. You have advanced understanding of the principles of strategic planning, advocacy, partnership investment and understanding of the current reform agenda impacting the community sector, along with sound financial management, communication, accountability and leadership skills.
Yarra City Council is and exciting and flexible Organization. We pride ourselves on inclusive culture and diversity. We aim to make a positive difference in people’s lives and continually improve service to the community.
For further information see the position description or for a confidential discussion, contact Malcolm Foard, Manager Family, Youth and Children's Services on 9205 5440 or malcolm.foard@yarracity.vic.gov.au
Applications close on Friday, 22 March 2024 at 11:55pm.
Position Description - Coordinator Youth and Middle Years.docx
To apply for this role, please upload your CV, Cover Letter and Key Selection Criteria.
*This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organization and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.
