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Join our Youth Centre team
Youth Centre Support Officer
Help create a safe, welcoming and engaging space for young people in Paraburdoo.
About the role
The Youth Centre Support Officer will work closely with the Youth Centre Coordinator to help deliver youth services and activities at the Paraburdoo Youth Centre.
The role will support the day-to-day delivery of activities and programs, help supervise and engage young people, prepare activity spaces and equipment, and help maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment.
It will also involve building positive relationships with young people and their families and supporting the Youth Centre Coordinator with administration and program delivery as required.
What you’ll do
- Help deliver Youth Centre activities and programs
- Support and supervise young people participating in activities
- Prepare activity spaces and equipment before and after programs
- Assist with attendance and sign-in processes
- Help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment
- Support positive relationships with young people, families and visitors
- Provide administration support to the Youth Centre Coordinator as required
You’ll be someone who
- Enjoys working with young people
- Is reliable, organised and approachable
- Communicates well with young people and families
- Can work independently and as part of a team
- Can work afternoons, evenings and some weekends
- Can work respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds
You’ll need
A current Working with Children Check, Police Clearance and First Aid Certificate.
Experience that would be valuable
Previous experience working with young people in a program delivery role, or experience working with Aboriginal and other diverse communities, would be highly regarded.
Strong communication, organisation and relationship-building skills will also be important in helping create a positive experience for young people and their families.
Interested?
Contact Hayley for a chat
0417 900 612