Youth Engagement Officer

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• Be part of something bigger - empower and inspire Kingston's young people
• Casual opportunities on offer
• Band 4 $47.00 per hours (includes 25% casual loading) plus Superannuation
• Location: Mordialloc

Join our team as a Youth Engagement Officer
Our Youth Services team is passionate about supporting, empowering, and connecting young people aged 12–25 who live, work or study in Kingston.

About The Role
We are looking for a Youth Engagement Officer to join our team. In this role, you will support the delivery of high-quality programs, events and activities that respond to the needs of young people and families in our community. You'll also play a vital role in creating safe, inclusive and engaging spaces where young people can thrive.

What You'll Deliver

• Assist and at times lead the delivery of programs, workshops and school-based activities.
• Provide information, referrals and customer service to young people and families.
• Contribute to the planning and operation of Youth Services, including reports and administration.
• Foster young people's independence, confidence and decision-making skills.

Your Skills And Experience

• Experience working with young people in group or program settings.
• Strong facilitation, communication and engagement skills.
• Currently completing or holding a qualification in youth work (or related field).
• Current Level 2 First Aid (or willingness to obtain).

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston's values of:

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make a difference ǀ
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show care and respect ǀ
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take pride in our work ǀ
We
are better together

What's next?
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role by clicking the 'Apply' button.

For inquiries, please contact Tanya Marques, Team Leader Youth Services at

All applications must be submitted online through the careers portal. Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies
To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.
For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at

About Kingston
Kingston Council's collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Why you'll love working with us
At Kingston Council, We Believe In Fostering An Inclusive Workplace Where Everyone Feels Valued. We Support Diversity And Encourage Applications From Persons Of All Backgrounds. Here Are Some Reasons Why You Might Love Working With Us

• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
• Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
• Salary Packaging
• Purchase leave options
• Career development opportunities
• Study/development assistance
• Discounted gym memberships
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Social club events
• Close to Public transport
• Free Onsite parking

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.
We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.
Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.