Youth Development Specialist

1 week ago


Cameron Park, Australia National Community Solutions Full time

National Community Solutions is a leading not-for-profit organization providing innovative staffing solutions to the community sector.

We offer:

  • A competitive salary of approximately $65,000 - $80,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth in a dynamic and supportive environment.
  • An extensive training program, including access to a free online training platform and regular workshops and webinars.
  • Upskilling training available free of charge, enabling you to enhance your skills and knowledge in youth development.
  • A varied and challenging role, working with young individuals from diverse backgrounds and requiring adaptability and resilience.
About the Role

This exciting opportunity is for a skilled Youth Worker to join our team in the NSW Hunter region. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing guidance, support, and mentorship to young individuals, promoting their personal and social development.

The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for working with young people, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • BUILDING POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS WITH YOUTH THROUGH MENTORSHIP AND COUNSELLING.
  • DEVELOPING AND IMPLEMENTING ENGAGING PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES THAT PROMOTE SKILL-BUILDING, LEADERSHIP, AND PERSONAL GROWTH.
  • COLLABORATING WITH SCHOOLS, COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS, AND STAKEHOLDERS TO ENHANCE RESOURCES AND SUPPORT FOR YOUTH.
  • ADVOCATING FOR THE RIGHTS AND NEEDS OF YOUNG INDIVIDUALS WITHIN THE COMMUNITY.
  • PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES AND CONDUCTING TRAINING SESSIONS ON RELEVANT TOPICS.
  • RESPONDING TO CRISIS SITUATIONS, OFFERING IMMEDIATE SUPPORT AND COLLABORATING WITH APPROPRIATE AUTHORITIES.
  • MAINTAINING ACCURATE RECORDS OF INTERACTIONS, ASSESSMENTS, AND PROGRAM OUTCOMES.
  • WORKING COLLABORATIVELY WITH A MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAM TO ENSURE A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH TO YOUTH DEVELOPMENT.
  • MANAGING POTENTIAL BEHAVIORS OF CONCERN.
Qualifications and Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will require:

  • A CERTIFICATE 4 OR HIGHER IN CHILD/YOUTH AND FAMILY INTERVENTION OR RELATED FIELDS.
  • PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH YOUTH IS PREFERRED.
  • EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION, INTERPERSONAL, AND ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS.
  • KNOWLEDGE OF COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SOCIAL SERVICES.
  • EMPATHY, PATIENCE, AND A GENUINE INTEREST IN PROMOTING POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT.
  • EXPERIENCE WITH WORKING WITH PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES.
  • AN AUSTRALIAN DRIVER'S LICENSE IS REQUIRED.


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