Make a real difference to the lives of young people in the Wheatbelt

Join a values-driven organisation with great team culture

From SCHADS 2.1 casual rate of $41.76 per hour supporting group work

About us

Avon Community Services is a not-for-profit charity that has proudly served Wheatbelt communities for almost 40 years with dedicated youth centres, programs and services. We are passionate about providing opportunities and supporting local young people to meet their needs and aspirations.

About the role

As a Youth Worker you will:

Maintain a welcoming, inclusive and safe space for young people from diverse backgrounds, which includes cultural safety for Aboriginal young people.

Developing and maintaining networks and partnerships with key local community organisations, government agencies and schools.

Planning and delivering engaging programs and projects with and for young people using a strengths-based, youth participation approach.

Mentoring and/or providing individual support to young people.

About you

You are passionate about using strengths-based approaches to working with young people and being a positive role model and mentor for them.

To thrive in this role you will have:

Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills with demonstrated ability to build and maintain rapport and trust, facilitate groups/programs and work effectively with a range of stakeholders.

Demonstrated reliability to work autonomously and without direct supervision.

Understanding of youth participation principles and practices and/or experience in project planning and implementation.

Knowledge or experience in the development of risk plans, case management plans, case plan reviews and writing case notes.

Successful candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a current National Police Clearance, Working With Children Check, and an unrestricted Drivers Licence, First Aid Certificate.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Apply now

If the opportunity to develop your career in an organisation whose values align with yours excites you then we want to hear from you.

For a full position description please indicate which location you are interested in and email: [email protected].

To apply, please email: [email protected] attaching a current detailed resume and covering letter addressing the key selection criteria.

APPLY ASAP as we will be assessing applications as they come in.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Inclusion: Avon Community Services is creating a workplace that celebrates and advances diversity and inclusion. To achieve this, we seek team members who reflect the diversity of our communities and are passionate about driving positive change. Everyone is welcome and valued here.

Child Safe: Avon Community Services is committed to providing safe environments where children and young people feel valued, respected and are protected from abuse and harm.