Youth Worker - Youth Assistant - Merriwa

MERRIWA
Permanent Part-Time (8 hours per week)

The role:
Council is currently seeking a Youth Assistant to be based in our Merriwa Youth Centre to contribute to the day-to-day operations of Council’s Youth Services programs and provide quality experiences for young people.  The role will be responsible for supervising and interacting with young people during social and recreational programs and events organised by Council’s Youth Services Team. 

What’s on Offer:

- $1064.90 to $1192.70 per 38 hour week + 11.5% super and the opportunity for salary progression
- 20 days paid annual leave every year and generous sick leave entitlements (pro rata) 
- Access to training and development opportunities 
- Access to long service leave after 5 years of continuous service 
- Flexible work arrangements and reward program
- Salary sacrifice options

What we need from you:
All applicants should have a demonstrated ability to establish positive rapport with young people and their families and possess a genuine interest in working with young people. A current working with children clearance is essential. The ability to develop a positive rapport with young people and their families is key to your success in this role.

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

Wednesday 23 October 2024.

Enquiries and Further Information
Give Kaylene Holman, Youth Services Supervisor, a call on 02 6540 1169 or e-mail hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au to discuss this opportunity.

Job Description
To view the job description for this role, please click here. 

How to Apply
All applications are to be submitted and the key selection criteria addressed online by the closing date by clicking “Apply for this job” or through Council’s website – www.upperhunter.nsw.gov.au

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 hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au or 02 65401100 to discuss.