Youth Activities Lead

Here at CBCity

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council's in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 21 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents. We are an Award-Winning Council that is regarded as Leader in the Sector including the most innovative company for 2021 and most progressive Council in 2022.

The Role

You will develop, promote and facilitate youth programs focused on social participation, community engagement, and education and skills, including the implementation and supervision of school holiday activities and our after school drop-in program at Belmore Youth Resource Centre.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Young people are engaged and supervised through a range of after school and school holiday activities at Belmore Youth Resource Centre.
• Casual Youth Activities officers are provided with guidance and support.
• Young people and their families are able to access appropriate services through the provision of information, support, and referrals.
• Enquiries relating to Belmore Youth Resource Centre and monitored and addressed.
• Recommendations from Youth Action Plan 2020-2024 are understood and actioned.
• Reporting Requirements are completed including data collection and reports in accordance with DCJ Funding Agreement, and mandatory reporter guidelines

You will have:

• Minimum TAFE Certificate IV in Community Services (Youth Work and/or Community Services Work) or equivalent minimum 12 months of related experience
• Demonstrated skills and experience in developing, implementing, managing and evaluating community programs with a range of partners.
• Experience in working with community groups and providing support and advice to service providers and residents preferably in relation to young people.
• Experience in conducting youth related social and recreational programs
• Knowledge of government legislation and funding programs relating to young people, including Child Protection
• Skills in the use of a range of computer applications including Word, Excel, Internet and email.

The salary range for this opportunity commences at $72,474 (Grade E, Step 1) + 11% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

What’s on offer

• An Attractive Remuneration Package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with out Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Permanent Full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a:

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Monday 12 February 2024

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.