Youth Assistant - Casual

YOUTH WORKER - YOUTH ASSISTANT

Casual

The role:

Council is currently seeking a casual Youth Worker - Youth Assistant to supervise young people attending youth activities, programs and events organised by Council's Youth Services Team and assist in the design, implementation and evaluation of activities, programs and events for young people utilizing and potential resources. Council currently has Youth Centres in Merriwa, Scone and Murrurundi and is needing casual staff to assist at each of these centres.

What's on Offer:

• $1028.90 to $1152.40 per 38 hour week+ 11% super + 25% casual loading and the opportunity for salary progression
• Access to training and development opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements and reward program

What we need from you:

All applicants must possess a demonstrated ability to establish positive rapport with young people and their families.  Previous experience working in youth centres or in the provision of social/recreational programs for young people is desirable, although not essential.

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 being 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!

Closing Date: Thursday 21 March 2023 at 4 pm. 

Enquiries and Further Information

Give Kaylene Holman, Youth Services Supervisor, a call on 02 6540 1*** or e-mail **@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au to discuss this opportunity.

How to Apply

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 **@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au or 02 65401*** to discuss.