• New Leadership Opportunity
• Narre Warren, Youth Centres, Hybrid
• $ 112,203 - 125,554 + Super Band 7 (subject to experience)
• Monthly RDO for full-time 40-hour weeks

Why Choose City of Casey

The City of Casey is one of Victoria’s largest, fastest growing and most diverse cities. The Council plans and delivers quality services and infrastructure for the more than 400,000 residents and over 36,000 businesses who call Casey home.

Our contemporary Youth Services Team deliver impactful services for Casey’s growing youth population. Our vision is to create a community where young people feel a strong sense of belonging, build resilience, and thrive.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

At the City of Casey, we know that great people deserve a great workplace. That’s why we offer an environment designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

• Our Ways of Working (OWOW) - our activity-based model allows you to work in different spaces, locations and with the latest technology.
• Reproductive health leave, up to 5 days of paid leave to support our employees
• THRIVE Wellbeing Program - access a suite of wellbeing initiatives, learning opportunities and resources to support your mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.
• 24/7 confidential counselling for you and your immediate family, offering support whenever you need it.
• Family‑friendly leave options, including 16 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, to support you through life’s biggest moments.
• Ongoing professional development to help you grow your skills and advance your career.
• Free Workout Wednesdays, discounted gym memberships and an onsite café - convenience in one place.
• Private Health discounts for employees, through the access of the local government health plan.
• Enjoy our stunning, architecturally designed workspace, complete with free coffee, a community library and free parking.
• Be part of a team that truly lives its values: Dream Big, Empower Each Other, Make Our Community Proud.
• Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave
• And more https://www.casey.vic.gov.au/benefits-of-working-city-of-casey

About the Role

Leading a newly formed regional team, you’ll bring enthusiasm, creativity and direction to Youth Services across the North region, contributing to new ways of working, building strong community partnerships and co‑designing initiatives with young people. With a balance of big‑picture strategy and lively operational leadership, you’ll ensure services are engaging, accessible and impactful.

What You’ll deliver

Supported by the Head of Youth Services, and leading a team of Youth Service Development Officers, you will

• Lead, develop and inspire a high‑performing team, fostering a culture grounded in innovation, inclusion, collaboration and continuous learning.
• Provide purposeful direction and coaching, ensuring team members have clear expectations, aligned objectives and a positive, supported experience at work.
• Work closely with the Youth Services Leadership Team to champion quality, innovation and continuous improvement across all service offerings, including the evaluation and refinement of new initiatives.
• Oversee daily operations of Youth Information Centres, the Youth Services Van and regional programs, ensuring high service standards, strong compliance and safe, ethical practice at all times.
• Promote genuine access and participation, ensuring young people can easily connect with services, programs, committees and engagement opportunities that reflect their interests and needs.

What You’ll Bring

• Tertiary qualification in youth work, social work, community development, or a related discipline, with strong knowledge of contemporary youth service delivery and leadership principles.
• Proven experience in leading youth services teams and programs, including operational oversight and driving strategic planning, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to manage staff performance and capability development, fostering a positive, values-driven team culture
• Strong knowledge of child safeguarding obligations, governance, and compliance requirements, ensuring safe and ethical service delivery.
• Experience designing and delivering innovative youth and community programs with measurable social impact, supported by monitoring and evaluation skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven financial management skills, including budgeting, financial analysis, and contributing to effective planning and resource allocation.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check, Eligibility to Work check.

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply online by submitting your cover letter and resume. No need to address selection criteria.

For enquiries, contact Vanessa Hammond at vahammond@casey.vic.gov.au or 9709 9295.

Applications close at 11:55pm on Tuesday 7 April.

Please note: Applications are only accepted via our online portal.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Casey is proud to be an inclusive, child-safe, and equal opportunity employer.

We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, multicultural communities, and refugee or migrant backgrounds.

We are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. We promote gender equity and actively address barriers to employment, ensuring participation without discrimination and supporting workplace adjustments.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team at 9709 9633 or Talent@casey.vic.gov.au.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

Please note: Unsolicited emails or approaches from recruitment agencies will not be accepted

The City of Casey reserves the right not to make any appointments for this position.

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