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Youth Activities Officer - Casual - 2 positions availableBe a positive role model for local youthWork together with youth to create your own program of activitiesAdapt programs according to youth interests and community needsYour new jobThe Youth Activities Officer will deliver a range of youth-orientated activities for local youth, including roll out of initiatives identified in Council''s Youth Strategy. The program will be delivered on a twice weekly basis in Kandos and Gulgong (one Youth Activities Officer per town) during school term, with an additional activity being delivered in each town each school holiday.These are new roles that can facilitate after school and school holiday activities as funded by the Department of Communities and Justice from 1 January 2026 until 30 June 2031. The role will work closely with Youth Services Officers and Community Development Officers. The roles may be adjusted to a part time role in the future when success of the program is assessed.Benefits:Making a real and tangible contribution to the growth of the regionHealth & Wellbeing programLong service Leave after 5 yearsYouCompletion of High School certificateRelevant experience in working with youth, community development or related discipline.Ability to prioritise child safety and uphold Council''s commitment to being a child-safe organisation.Current and ongoing understanding of local community and awareness of relevant services.Well-developed oral and written communication skills.Ability to work with others in a team environment.Demonstrated ability in use of basic MS Office software Word, Excel and PowerPoint.Current drivers licence.Knowledge of occupational health and safety responsibilities and a commitment to attending relevant WHS training.Ongoing valid Working with Children Check clearance.First Aid certificate, or ability to obtain. The salary range being offered for this casual position is $ $50.23 gross per hour plus superannuation (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience)About Mid-Western Regional Council:Located in the award-winning town of Mudgee, we are a team of over 500 people who serve 26,000 residents across 9000 square kilometres (that''s 4.5 Greater Sydney''s).We do so much more that "rates, roads and rubbish" through a diverse range of 75 different types of businesses and as a leading member of the State''s first and most advanced Renewable Energy Zone (REZ). Find out more at Working at Mid-Western Regional Council - YouTubeThe Mudgee Region:Around 3 hours from Sydney (and Newcastle), the Mudgee Region boasts a dynamic and vibrant community brimming in lifestyle attractions, culinary delights and investment opportunities. Add to this a four-season climate, picturesque scenery, fine wine, locally grown food and a real community with heart and soul; we have a perfect lifestyle.Find out moreNew Residents GuideChoose Mudgee RegionWhat is next -Applications close on 26th January 2026 at 11:59pm. Interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates before the closing date, and the position may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.Have Questions?Call usFiona Shearman. Manager, Community & Cultural Services Jaime Adams, HR Officer