Youth Services Officer

Overview Moira Shire Council is reimagining local government with fresh ideas, a friendly approach, and a passion for making a real difference in our vibrant regional community. Nestled along the stunning Murray River, our region spans from the lush Barmah Forest to lively towns like Cobram, Numurkah, Nathalia and Yarrawonga—one of Victoria’s top holiday spots. We believe in working together with honesty, respect, integrity, teamwork and accountability to create a future everyone can be proud of. Why Work With Us The primary purpose to truly make a difference locally. A strong, values based organisational culture. Supportive and family-friendly workplace. Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle. Opportunities to Work From Home are only available after the first 6 months, and for certain roles identified as being able to accommodate this. Applications are to be made in line with our organisational policy. In-house, custom designed Leadership Development Program. Access to extensive training and education opportunities. Superannuation information sessions with Vision Super. Salary packaging and novated leases. Access to wellness initiatives like annual flu shots and skin checks. Corporate gym discounts at five different gyms across our shire. Benefits and discounts for certain businesses and insurances. Generous parental leave (16 weeks for primary carers, 6 weeks for secondary carers, and this is on top of the paid parental leave offered by the government). Up to two days paid volunteer leave for a community service within our shire. Following the first 12 months of service. Cultural and ceremonial leave. Opportunities for purchased leave to better accommodate your lifestyle. So much more…. All benefits are considered individually for roles on a pro‑rata basis. Temporary and part-time roles may not be eligible for all inclusions. Role Purpose To work with and support Community Organisations in the development and delivery of Community Services in the Moira Shire as an integral and coordinated part of local service provision. The Moira Shire Council Community Services Team includes a number of focus areas including disability and inclusion, early years, gender equity, health promotion and wellbeing, positive aging, and youth development. A primary focus of the role is delivery of the identified priorities in accordance with the wider implementation of the Council Plan and associated Council strategies and programs. Including but not limited to the development, implementation and coordination of a number of Amplified funded youth events, facilitation of the Moira Youth Council committee, delivery and development of drug, alcohol and other drug education programs. Equal Opportunity Statements Moira Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering flexible work arrangements for employees in a family‑friendly workplace. Moira promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the contributions of all people and encourages people with a disability, Aboriginal Australians, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply. Essential Qualifications and Experience Tertiary qualifications and/or experience in Community Services, Youth Development, Education, or other relevant qualification. Experience in event coordination, delivery and evaluation including sound knowledge of risk mitigation. Demonstrated ability to produce accurate documents and reports. Well‑developed communication skills including group facilitation, community consultation, presentation and negotiation skills. Broad knowledge of issues, trends and Government policies and priorities impacting on young people and in rural and regional Victoria. Ability to work independently and in a team environment, across a number of work areas and subject to public scrutiny. Desirable Qualifications and Experience Knowledge and understanding of the local government operating environment and the delivery of services. Licences and Mandatory Requirements Current Driver’s Licence. Current National Police Check. Current Working with Children Check. Current First Aid Certificate. For more information about the role view the Position Description HERE (if Hyperlink is not working, click "Apply" to view it). To apply for this role, please include a cover letter addressing the following key selection criteria. #J-18808-Ljbffr