Youth Program Facilitator

**We have the job for you**
- **Opportunity to gain experience in the community sector**:

- **Chance to make a difference to in young people's lives**:

- **Fast paced dynamic team**:

- **Supportive learning environment**:

- **Part time or full time, 6 months temporary opportunity**:

- **$64K-$69k per annum + superannuation - dependant on experience**:

- **Based at the new Bentleigh Library and Youth Hub**

**About the role**

As a Youth Program Facilitator, you will engage with young people and support the delivery of high-quality youth programs and services, consistent with the needs and aspirations of young people, the broader community and Council.
- Day to day duties include:_
- Contributing to the daily operation of Council's Youth Centre based at the new Bentleigh Library and Youth Hub
- Facilitating engaging programs within a school setting (both in person and online)
- Providing information to young people, parents, and schools
- Organising and facilitating Youth Services' community-based programming
- Support the delivery of Youth events such as the Glen Eira School Holiday Programs and Family Information Nights
- Networking and maintaining relationships with community organisations

***About you**

We are seeking an individual that has a passion for young people that will be matched by their reflective nature, analytical skills, sense of curiosity and fun.

Do you possess these qualities?
- positive, enthusiastic and upbeat;
- flexible, energetic and committed;
- focused, driven and passionate;
- caring, responsive and intuitive;
- professional whilst maintaining a fun sense of humour.

***Skills and experience**
- Completed or currently studying a Tertiary qualification in Youth Work or related field
- Considerable experience or knowledge of Youth Work or related field
- Ability to engage and interact with young people and a broad range of community members
- Confident to facilitate programming in person and online
- Current Victorian Drivers Licence and regular access to a vehicle
- Current Employee Working with Children Check (or willing to obtain)

***Important Information**

***Working at Glen Eira City Council**
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the south-east metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.

Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,400 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.

Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.

You will also be part of the Family, Youth and Children's Services Department - a team who are passionate about the best outcomes for children, young people, and families in Glen Eira through advocating, collaborating, and providing high quality services.

***Benefits**
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration, and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We will offer you:

- A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
- Access to paid training and participation in Council's extensive Learning and Development programs
- Reward and recognition programs
- Comprehensive leave entitlements
- Flexible working arrangements
- Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

**How to apply**

Please attach your resume along with a cover letter detailing your experience and how it relates to the role.

For further information please contact on Shae Elms on 9524 3676

**_ Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation. As a Council, we are committed to:_**
- **_Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees;_**:

- **_Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations._**

**_ We value the knowledge, skills and talents that all people can share with our workforce and community._