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Youth Engagement Officer

WA Police & Community Youth Centres (PCYC)
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2025

Youth Engagement Worker, safeSPACE Connect

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Casual

SCHADS AWARD LEVEL 2

MIDLAND

WA PCYC are on the lookout for a Youth Engagement Officer to support the delivery of newly established Youth Services at Midland PCYC. The Youth Engagement Officer will assist with leading the development, delivery and evaluation of a wide range of innovative and engaging programs across Youth Services, including recreational, cultural and educational activities within the safeSPACE Connect and Play our Way programs.

PCYC is the leading WA youth organisation, working with the WA Police Force, Community and Government Agencies to ensure that young people across WA reach their potential. This all happens from our 16 centres located from Albany in the South, to Kununurra in the North-West.

About the role :

Reporting directly to the Program Coordinator, the Youth Engagement Officer will :

  • Support the successful implementation of a basketball program delivered by Perth Lynx aimed at reducing barriers to participation for female young people in sport.
  • Deliver effective targeted programs and workshops to young people.
  • Deliver best practice youth work across PCYC centres.
  • Work closely with stakeholders to develop and deliver engaging, impactful programs that supports the well-being and safety of at-risk youth.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement by evaluating outcomes and implementing best practices, developing safe and effective workplace practice.

Why join our team :

  • Values-driven organisation - be welcomed into a team with a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages you to be bold, big-hearted and successful.
  • Competitive remuneration - WA PCYC is committed to supporting the community and that includes you!
  • Salary packaging - enjoy access to salary packaging arrangements through Access Pay which means up to $18,550 of your salary tax-free!
  • Access to exclusive discounts and vouchers - this includes leading retailers such as Woolworths, Amazon, Hoyts and more.
  • Flexible work and leave arrangements - we understand the need for work-life balance and are happy to discuss arrangements that suit the needs of you and the team.
  • Career development opportunities - we believe in our team, and we continue to provide ongoing training and support to help you reach your goals.
  • Employee Assistance Program - free, confidential and independent EAP, including free access to physical, mental and financial online support.

    • About you :

  • Tertiary Qualification in Youth / Community or related areas (A minimum Cert IV is highly desirable).
  • Ability to work evenings and Saturday mornings.
  • Demonstrated experience in delivering and evaluating youth programs.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with young people from diverse backgrounds, including their families.
  • Previous experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people and have a good understanding of the issues facing First Nations people.
  • Passionate about re-engaging young people through building positive professional relationships and utilising a strength based, person centred, trauma aware, solutions focused approach.
  • Possess high level written and interpersonal skills and competent in using Microsoft packages and other computer programs.
  • Ability to practice to the standards of WA Youth Work Code of Ethics.
  • Willing to obtain a National Police Clearance issued within the 6-month period and Working with Children Check.
  • Possess a full unrestricted Drivers licence.

    • If you would like further information about the role, please contact our HR team on hr@wapcyc.com.au

    PCYC promotes a diverse and inclusive culture across the organisation. We welcome and strongly encourage applicants from diverse community groups, cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, disabilities or ages to apply.

    PCYC is a child safe organisation. We have a zero tolerance for child abuse and we are committed to providing a child safe environment.

    WA PCYC reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable candidate be found prior.

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    Salary : $18,550

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