Team: Youth Services
Hours: Permanent Full Time, 35 hours per week
Salary: $71,185 - $74,749 per annum+ 12% superannuation
About the role
As a member of the youth
team, this role is responsible for engaging, supporting and empowering young
people through the planning and delivery of programs that are responsive to
identified needs of young people in the Lane Cove area.
About you
To be successful in this role you will bring:
- Tertiary
qualifications in youth work, social sciences or relevant field, or equivalent
qualifications combined with experience.
- A
current ‘Paid Worker - Working with Children Check’ clearance (NSW).
- Demonstrated
experience in developing and delivering programs for, and supervision of, young
people.
- Demonstrated
ability to build and sustain professional relationships with young people in
accordance with relevant Council policies and legislation.
- Demonstrated
understanding of mandatory reporting requirements.
- Good
interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written.
- Available
to work Friday evenings during school term.
- Knowledge
of current and emerging youth issues.
- Computer
competence including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, desktop
publishing and social media.
- Current
first aid certificate or willingness to obtain within first 3 months of
employment.
What we offer
We
are committed to supporting our people to do their best work. You’ll have
access to:
- Flexible
work arrangements, including hybrid options for eligible roles
- Annual
performance reviews and salary progression
- Extensive
professional development and training
- Employee
wellness program and discounted gym memberships
- Access to Council's Flexi Time system
- Close to shops, cafes and the Lane Cove aquatic centre
About Council
Located
on the lower North Shore, Lane Cove is a vibrant, close-knit community with a
leafy village atmosphere. We deliver best-value services and facilities to our
residents while building a sustainable, inclusive future - one that empowers
children, young people and families to feel safe and supported.
We
are a place where people genuinely care about their work and each other.
Inclusion and diversity are central to everything we do, and we welcome
applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and walks of life.
How to apply:
Please click on “Apply now” and complete the information requested. Applications are to include a resume, cover letter and answers to the online questions.
Further information regarding this role can be found in the Position Description or by contacting Erin King on (02) 9911 3598.
Please Note: This position is subject to a National Police Check in addition to a Working With Children Check.
Closing date:
Applications close 5 November 2026.
Council is an equal opportunity employer. We
reflect the community we serve and encourage applications from First Nations
peoples, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ individuals, and people from
culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
