Council's Community Care Branch is recruiting for the position of Program Officer – Youth.About the OpportunityWe're looking for an energetic Programs Officer to implement and enhance our Youth Services programs! In this role, you'll work to strengthen community through a range of innovative and diverse programs aimed at young people aged 12-24, build strong relationships with key stakeholders and promote a positive image of our Youth Engagement Services.The Programs Officer will support the implementation of the Council's Youth Engagement Strategy.You'll facilitate young people's active participation in Council's Youth Committees and connect with young people through engaging social media and promotion of activities, events and programs. Development, delivery and evaluation of programs will be part of your responsibilities, as will youth co-design to amplify the voice of young people and celebrate their contribution to community.You'll plan and implement youth programs, activities and events while ensuring compliance with all legislative requirements, funding requirements and Council policies. If you're passionate about making a difference for young people, we want to hear from you!What you will bringQualifications in Youth Work, Social Work, Community Services and relevant experience in the Youth sectorKnowledge of youth development and experience in planning, facilitating and delivering programs in the youth service or community development fieldsHighly developed verbal and written communication skills and experience in formulating reports, plans and documentsCurrent Victorian Drivers LicenceCurrent Working with Children's Check, or the ability to obtain oneA satisfactory Police Check, or the ability to obtain oneCurrent First Aid and CPR certificates or the ability to obtain one.Salary and ConditionsThe position is classified within Band 6 of Council's Current Enterprise Agreement ranging from $93,602.60 to $101,911.16 per annum statutory superannuation.BenefitsFlexible Work Arrangements (Work from Home, Flextime, Purchase of Additional Leave)Monthly Accrued Day OffOption for an Annualised Salary PackageFinancial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including either progression through banding structure or end-of-band bonus payment.Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification FeesLearning and Professional Development OpportunitiesSupport for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half PayBi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and AchievementsEmployee Health and Wellbeing Initiatives: Discounted Health Insurance and Gym MembershipsEmployee Assistance Program: Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family MembersActive Social ClubsMildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.Applying for this positionAll applications must include:A completed Job Application FormA resumeA covering letterApplicants that do not address the key selection criteria in their application may not be considered.By email to: ****** emailed applications will be acknowledged.In person to: Mildura Rural City Council, 108 Madden Avenue, MilduraBy mail to:Chief Executive OfficerMildura Rural City CouncilPO Box 105MILDURA VIC 3502More informationCall Human Resources on (03) 5018 8***Email ******
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