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DescriptionYouth Services Assistant (Multiple Casual Roles)Location: Tamworth, NSWOpportunityOpportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people in the community.Join a fun and dynamic team serving the community.Professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.Tamworth Regional Council is committed to empowering young people, providing them with opportunities for growth, development, and active participation in their community. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where youth can thrive and make positive contributions.We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Youth Service Assistant to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering engaging programs for youth through work at the Tamworth Regional Youth Centre and the outlying community outreach centres. Council has a number of great initiatives that the right candidate would assist to deliver such as the Youth Council as well as supporting the implementation of our newly adopted Youth Strategy.Key ResponsibilitiesDeveloping, delivering and supervising a range of youth programs in the Tamworth Regional Youth Centre and assist with youth outreach programs in the council area.Supporting young people to engage in youth programs delivered by relevant agencies and organisations.Supporting the Coordinator in the day to day operations of The Youthie.Success Criteria / QualificationsCertificate IV in Community Services (Youth Work and/or Community Services Work) or relevant experience.First Aid Certificate.Driver''s Licence.NSW Working With Children Check Clearance (WWCC).About YouWe are looking for demonstrated capability, typically 1 to 5 years'' experience working effectively with others including young people, families, organisations, volunteers, community groups and government agencies. You will be responsible for delivering a service to customers including youth programs and community information. Creating and implementing targeted youth programs that meet the educational needs of young people.If you are passionate about empowering youth, driving positive change, and making a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.ContactFor a confidential discussion regarding this position please contact Haley Fenn, Team Leader, Youth Development on 0448 269 633.SalaryGrade 9 $44.40 - $48.05 per hour plus superannuation. Pay rate may be negotiated based on skills and experience.Working ConditionsFlexible working arrangements will be considered by mutual agreement and according to operational requirements.Pre-Employment ScreeningShortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a Pre-employment Medical Screening including Alcohol & Other Drugs Testing.Application DeadlineApplications Close: 11:59pm on Wednesday, 4 February 2026.Child-Related EmploymentThis position is ''Child-Related Employment'' and it is an offence for a prohibited person to apply. All applicants are required to possess a Working with Children Clearance.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementTamworth Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse, respectful, safe and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process. Tamworth Regional Council is committed to promoting the care, protection and safeguarding of children. Applicants should be aware that where relevant, Council may carry out working with children, police records and referee checks to ensure that we are recruiting the right people. To learn more about our Commitment to Child Safety Statement and our screening processes, click the link below. This position has been identified as ''child related employment'' under the Commission for Children and Young People Act 1998. Relevant Working With Children Checks and criminal record checks will be conducted to ensure the suitability of recommended applicants. It is an offence under the Commission for Children and Young People Act 1998 for a prohibited person to be employed in this position. A prohibited person is someone who has been convicted of a serious sex offence. Incumbents to this position will be required to make a disclosure as to whether they are or are not a prohibited person.#J-18808-Ljbffr