Youth Worker – Community Village Activities Worker – Uniting NSW & ACT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Youth Worker – Community Village Activities Worker

Uniting NSW & ACT
Wardell, Lismore & Far North Coast NSW
$43.74 starting base hourly rate
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About the Role  

This is part-time contract opportunity working 13 hours week until July 30, 2025 (with possible extension) based at Wardell Community Village.

Be a driving force for recovery in Cabbage Tree Island Community. As a Youth Worker, you will implement and support activities that bring hope and resilience to residents, especially those impacted by the recent floods. Your focus will be on engaging with young people, fostering community connections, and creating meaningful projects that help rebuild lives.  


About you in the role  

  • Connect with young people and the wider community to build trust and support.  
  • Support delivery of youth activities that foster resilience, growth, and healing.  
  • Collaborate with residents to develop community-driven projects that promote recovery.  
  • Act as a mentor and advocate, especially for young men navigating challenges.  


About Uniting

At Uniting NSW.ACT, you join a diverse, mission-driven team focused on making a meaningful community impact. We advocate for social justice and provide care for those facing disadvantage, aiming to inspire individuals and strengthen communities. Our culture prioritizes safety, inclusivity, and a person-centered approach, guided by our core values of compassion, respect, imagination, and courage. We honour the sovereignty and cultural richness of Australia’s First Peoples and are committed to the safety and well-being of children and young people as a Child Safe Organisation.

 

About You  

You’re passionate about empowering youth and strengthening communities, with:  

  • Minimum Diploma in Youth Work, Community Services, or related field.  
  •  Experience in youth work (desirable)
  • A current driver’s license and NSW WWCC.  
  • Experience working with young people, especially young men, in community development or disaster recovery.  
  • A strong ability to lead community initiatives and connect with diverse groups, particularly in regional and Aboriginal communities.  


Appropriate cultural knowledge and understanding of First Nations history, challenges and protocols is important to deliver effectively in this role. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
 


Why Join Us  

At Uniting, we welcome you as you are and offer:  

    • $43.74/hr + super+ salary packaging and penalties
    • Salary packaging options  
    • Professional development and career growth  
    • A purpose-driven, inclusive workplace  

Ready to inspire and uplift your community?

Should you have any questions, please contact Cherelle Purcell from Uniting’s Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]  or 0481687668

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, which include National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks and Reference Checks.  
 

Closing date:  11:55pm, Wednesday 16th  October 2024

JOB SUMMARY

Organisation

Uniting NSW & ACT

Job Salary

$43.74 starting base hourly rate

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