Youth Support Officer

Our Organisation

The Shire of Carnarvon provides excellent customer service across a wide range of programs, facilities and services that contribute to maintaining and enhancing our community. At the heart of our organisation are our values which underpin how our employees perform their duties and engage with the community and stakeholders.

Our CARECHIP is what gives us the drive to serve our community. We take pride in knowing that our employees and new recruits share our values, and we like to think that everyone who chooses to collaborate with us brings this CARECHIP with them.

Position Summary

As a Youth Support Officer, you will work closely with all stakeholders under the guidance of the Community & Cultural Development Coordinator in aiming to address the needs of the young people throughout the Shire with a focus on youth at risk. You will assist in Community & Cultural Development Team in delivering programs, activities and events to the young people in our community to assist the development of life skills and recreation. This is a Casual based role.

Community Strategic Objectives

In 2040 Carnarvon is a place where:

• Our equitable community is actively involved in and are responsible for developing innovative, local solutions that transcend our region for a safe and unified 6701.
• Our economy fosters investment and productivity in industries befitting Carnarvon’s physical and natural environment and that grow our horizons.
• Our sustainable livelihoods create a community that can flourish into the future.
• Our holistic health care facilities provide services from the womb to the grave.
• Our educational opportunities from early childhood to adulthood are tailored and relevant to the individual.
• Our infrastructure, housing and amenities are high quality and accessible.
• Our community acknowledges our history and celebrates our diverse cultures.
• Our community is engaged, inclusive and supportive.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrate successful leadership through the application of the Shire's core values by promoting a work culture of sustainability, quality improvement, efficiency, and excellent customer service that corresponds to our Code of Conduct and Customer Service Charter.  
• A commitment to a safe work environment and WHS legislation, policy, and processes.
• Ensure compliance with the Local Government Act (WA) 1995 and any relevant legislation.
• Collaborate with the Community & Cultural Development Team to plan and execute youth-focused programs, activities, and events within the community.
• Actively engage with young people in the community, building positive relationships and providing support as needed.
• Facilitate effective communication channels internally and externally by preparing project documentation, promotional materials, press releases, and social media content to promote events and engage the community. Facilitate workshops and sessions designed to develop essential life skills such as communication, teamwork, leadership, and decision-making among youth participants.
• Work collaboratively with other stakeholders, including local schools, community groups, sporting clubs and stakeholders to maximise the impact and reach of youth programs.
• Organise and oversee recreational activities and outings to provide opportunities for enjoyment, relaxation, and social interaction among young people.
• Maintain accurate records of program activities, participant attendance, and feedback to inform program evaluation and future planning.
• Participate in the implementation and operation of the Community Connectors Program, offering support and assistance to young people during night patrols.

Work Health Safety Responsibilities

• To take reasonable care for their own safety and health and to avoid harming the safety and health of other people through any act or omission at Shire workplaces.  And as relevant:
• Proactively comply with all Shire WHS Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines, Practice, duties and other relevant conditions. As well as with the WA WHS Act 2020, WHS (General) Regulations 2022, all other relevant Regulations, Codes of Practice and Australian Standards
• As far as reasonably possible comply with instructions given by their employer or an authorised person in the interests of safety and health and in accordance with the WHS Act.
• Must report to their manager, supervisor, WHS Representative, PC&S and/or other relevant contact person work related injuries, near misses and any hazards at the workplace that they cannot correct themselves.
• Must use, store and maintain personal protective equipment as properly instructed, and not damage or misuse any equipment or facilities provided in the interests of safety and health.
• Participate in and where possible provide leadership for a continuous improvement culture of safety where best practice initiatives are entrenched in daily business activities.

Pre-employment Checks Required for this position

• Current Satisfactory National Police Clearance.
• Ability to pass a Pre-employment Medical.
• Ability to pass Alcohol and Other Drug Screening.

Essential Criteria 

• Highly developed ability to uphold a values-based approach in the workplace. 
• Highly effective communication skills (written and verbal) including ability to prepare initial reports, letters, emails and assist with applications.
• Experience working with at risk young people and their families.
• Experience in delivering recreational activities, program planning and evaluation.
• Experience with working with other external organisations.
• Sound ability to apply discretion, confidentiality and consistently.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement.
• Experience with supervision and monitoring of other young people, staff and volunteers.

Desirable Criteria

• Cert IV in Youth or Community Studies. Experience in delivering recreational activities, program planning and evaluation.
• First Aid/CPR Certificate.  
• Safeguarding Children Certificate.

Licenses, Registrations, Memberships or Qualifications required of the role:

• Current Western Australia Driver's License.
• Working with Children's Check.

Remuneration and Benefits:

The successful applicant will join the Community & Cultural Development Team on a casual-basis with an hourly rate of $38.00 per hour

Other cash benefits include but not limited to: 

• $7.60 - 20% casual loading per hour

More Information

It is not the intention of the position description to limit the scope or accountabilities of the position but to highlight the most important aspects of the position. The aspects mentioned above may be altered in accordance with the changing requirements of the role. A copy of the position description can be obtained by following this link: 46PD_YOUTH SUPPORT OFFICER

For further information about the role please telephone People and Culture Services on (08) 9941 0000 or email hr@carnarvon.wa.gov.au

To apply for the position, please submit your application through our online portal by clicking on this link: Youth Support Officer

Applications close 4pm on 12 December 2024.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.