Community Activation Officer - Youth Centre Programs

• Permanent, Full Time
• One of the Fastest Growing Local Governments in Australia! Great Career Opportunity!
• Family Friendly - Possible 19-day month / Hybrid WFH options / Paid Parental Leave!
• Up to 3% Super Co­-Contributions!

Avoid the city chaos and embrace the family friendly, country town atmosphere of Mundijong! Use your proven background in youth development to help shape our rapidly growing Shire.

Join us at "The Shire"

Here at "The Shire" we live and breathe our values of Accountability, Collaboration and Trust to proactively support our fellow employees and our local community. We encourage and embrace positive change and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our fun and dynamic team! We are seeking an experienced and professional youth officer with a passion for developing services consistent with the needs of 12 - 17-year-olds in the local area.

In this role you will have the following accountabilities:

• Predominantly, delivered from the Shire's youth space in Byford, provide drop-in activities and consultation events by facilitating and delivering youth focused recreation, cultural and educational programs in accordance with identified local and regional needs of young people.
• Collaborate and network with other Local Governments, agencies and organisations across the region so that limited resources are most effectively utilised to maximise benefits for young people
• Actively consult with young people to seek their opinions, ideas and issues to keep abreast of emerging trends and needs
• Monitor, evaluate and continually improve youth programs and relevant policies and procedures to maintain and enhance high quality provision of service to young people
• Inspire and support Youth staff in the delivery of programs with integrity and professionalism, to ensure the team is proactive in assisting and advocating for the ongoing development of young people
• Represent the Shire at external meetings, working groups and committees where required.

Our preferred candidates will be able to demonstrate the following experiences and skillset:

• Diploma level qualification or significant demonstrated experience) in the delivery of youth development services
• Experience and expertise in community development for young people and the delivery of youth services, including consultation, planning, implementing, evaluating and reporting.
• Ability to manage risk in relation to young people, premises and services.
• Strong understanding of emerging technologies and their usefulness in engaging young people
• High level interpersonal and communication skills
• Youth Mental Health First Aid

The Important Stuff!

We will negotiate a great salary with you up to $77,625.00 depending on the experience you bring to the role. Availability for core hours of 2pm - 6pm most weekdays is essential.

Not only will you have the opportunity to swap the city chaos for our fabulous natural environment and quiet rural outlook, here are some other great benefits:

• Free local gym membership
• If you choose to contribute additional super, we will match up to 3% as a co-contribution
• Wellness programs including Fitness passport
• Free counselling, health assessments and health insurance discounts, annual flu vaccination and skin cancer screening
• Two additional Local Government days off per year
• The option of Purchased Leave
• Salary packaging options, including novated leasing
• Professional development opportunities - study leave and study assistance
• Free Onsite Parking

About the Shire!

With the Administration office located in Mundijong just 45 minutes from the Perth CBD on the picturesque backdrop of the Darling Scarp, our Shire is one of the fastest growing Local Governments in Australia. Our Youth Centre in Byford is well positioned in proximity to local schools and amenities, making it a vibrant and energetic place for young people to meet and stay connected with their community. What this means is that we are transforming the way our community works, lives and plays. It's an exciting time at "The Shire" and you could be a part of it!

Our community come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, because it's the right thing to do and because it makes our organisation stronger.

Where do I apply?

Applications will close on Monday 20th January 2025, however, we are reviewing applications as they come in and the position may close earlier than expected. We recommend you apply as soon as possible. We encourage applications from all surrounding areas including Pinjarra, Mandurah and Peel.