Extended Hours Program Coordinator

1 week ago

The Gap, Queensland, Australia Children's Ground Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

About you

The successful candidate will have experience as a Youth Worker and experience in community engagement. Ideally experience as a Social Worker, Community Program Coordinator or Youth Worker with project and team leadership experience. You must be able to work and meet deadlines and coordinate with all the various stakeholders and staff, including mentoring some junior youth workers.  You will have experience in community programs, particularly in remote or Indigenous communities and have the ability to work in environments and with people who may have experienced trauma.  A demonstrated respect and understanding of Indigenous cultures is essential.

About the role

The Extended Hours Program operates in Alice Springs, Central Australia, providing essential after-hours activities and services for young people in up to five communities and the organisational hub in Alice Springs. The program supports the wellbeing and engagement of youth through a diverse range of activities, including after-hours youth programs, school holiday events, cultural camps, and family-based events. 

This position will provide coordination and leadership across the program generally as well as responsibility for two funded programs that focus on after hours delivery, a youth steering group, a youth voices and film project, family nights and a family wellbeing communications initiative.  You will report to a Head of Extended Hours and be trusted to mentor and guide younger Youth Workers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the development and implementation of the Extended Hours Program including a Youth Film Project and a Youth Steering Committee to ensure young people have a voice in the design and delivery of the program
  • Act as a dynamic, passionate and empathetic leader for program participants and junior Youth Workers
  • Meet regularly with local First Nation and Elders to discuss local aspirations of youth and the community
  • Liaise with local First Nations people to ensure that the program promotes local culture
  • Support a comprehensive extended hours program and school holiday program that may include family nights and overnight camps
  • Partnerships and stakeholder engagement
  • Ensure policy, procedures, quality and risk management are adhered to
  • Resource management - monitor resources use and condition and report on any concerns
  • Data monitoring and reporting

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please apply with a resume and a pitch. Your pitch/cover letter should be 1-2 pages and tell us more about who you are, what you are passionate about, what interests you about the role and why you may be a good fit for Children's Ground and this position.  

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