Canterbury-Bankstown Council

Youth Activities Officer

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:

As a Youth Activities Officer, you will assist with the implementation and supervision of our after school drop-in program at Belmore Youth Resource Centre which runs on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons from 3-5pm for young people 12-18 years, school holiday activities, and our Twilight Sports program on Friday/Saturday nights as required.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Ensure young people are engaged and supervised through a range of after school and school holiday activities at Belmore Youth Resource Centre, including the Twilight Sports program.
• Ensure young people and/or their families can access appropriate services through the provision of information, support, and referrals.
• 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

*Please click here for the full list of duties from the position description. 

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.
• 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.
• Current Working With Children Check (WWCC) 

The salary range for this opportunity commences at $38.31 per hour + 25% casual loading (Grade D, Step 1) + 11.5% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.
 

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What’s on offer

• An Attractive Remuneration Package.
• Casual Employment Opportunity
• 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.

For more information, please contact Justine Foo on 9707 9605 or at justine.foo@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

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 Thursday 28 November   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 support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

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

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.