About the role
In this role, you will work collaboratively with staff and stakeholders to deliver a range of evidence based and youth informed programs that help to address the needs of young people and the community. Liaising with schools, youth organisations, government and departments you will work to enrich the lives of the young people in our community through the services and programs we deliver.

Work type: Permanent Full Time
Classification: Band 6 $92,971 - $100,286 (pa plus super)

Key responsibilities include:

• Facilitate the delivery of programs, trainings and initiatives that help to create supportive communities and wellbeing programs for young people and/or key stakeholders, including but not limited to: Teen & Youth Mental Health First Aid, LoveBites& theCelebrateYOU Project.
• Effectively engage stakeholders and young people in the design of key initiatives that strengthen networks and opportunities that better equip the City in responding to the needs of young people. 
• Research, analyse, prepare and present comprehensive written materials including solutions focused reports, briefings and presentations on youth issues and YDU projects/activities for internal and external stakeholders.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have experience delivering high-quality programs and initiatives that focus on the needs of young people and the broader community. You will have experience in using community development principals to plan, implement and evaluate youth development programs that respond to community needs and youth priorities.

• Significant experience in planning, implementing/facilitating and evaluating youth development programs.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills including the ability to build relationships with people from all backgrounds, with understanding of culturally sensitive and informed practice with youth communities.
• Tertiary qualifications in Community Development, Social Work, Youth Work, Education, Health Promotion or a related field, or, extensive related experience.
• Working with Children Check
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process.

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now!

Child Safety Responsibilities 
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion 
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries
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Enquiries: Scarlet Cridland – Team Leader Youth Community Development | SCridland@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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