• Dynamic and passionate team
• Permanent, Full Time opportunity
• $ 74,064 - $ 79,114 + super Band 4 (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.

• 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.
• 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

Support initiatives that create opportunities for young people to grow, enhance wellbeing, resilience and belonging in the Casey community.

This role will be based our Youth Information Centres with outreach to community facilities and other community spaces.

What You’ll deliver

• Actively engage with young people in Youth Information Centres, serving as a key link between youth, schools, community, and support services.
• Assist with the design and implementation of youth initiatives that build life skills and leadership, including van outreach and regional youth committees.
• Collaborate with the Youth Services team to establish rapport with young people, parents/carers and relevant agencies to deliver programs, provide referrals, and advocate for young people in the Casey region.
• Ensure compliance with Child Safe policy and procedures, including reporting and documentation.
• Maintain and adapt knowledge of the diverse community wants and evolving needs of the region, services and issues impacting young people’s access and participation

What You’ll Bring

• Qualifications in Community Services, Youth Work, welfare or similar discipline.
• Proven experience engaging young people – including:
  • The ability to build rapport and connect with young people from diverse social-economic and cultural backgrounds.
  • The ability to plan and deliver programs and community events.
  • Sound assessment, referral, reporting and child safety requirements.
• Cooperative, relationship-focused and team oriented.
• Adaptable and open to new ideas.
• Maintains composure, conflict resolution and is resilient in challenging situations.
• Current Victorian Driver Licence and ability to drive a vehicle/van.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check, Eligibility to Work check and Functional Assessment

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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