Position Description - Macedon Ranges Shire Council
Position Description
Position Title
Youth Engage Program Officer
Position No
6281
Directorate
Community Wellbeing
Department
Community and Culture
Unit
Youth
Appointment Type
Temporary Part Time (0.5FTE)
Classification
Band 5
Location
Kyneton - all employees may be directed to move either permanently or for temporary periods to other offices within the Shire due to operational requirements.
Date
November 2016
Manager Organisational Development
Signature
Employee – Print Name Signature
Youth Engage Program Officer/TPT/Nov 2016
Position Objective The Youth Engage Program Worker is responsible for the facilitation of all youth spaces and workshops across the Shire in partnership with young people. In accordance with Youth Engagement Program service agreement and Council requirements.
Organisational Values Macedon Ranges Shire Council is committed to an organisational philosophy in which respect, care, honesty & openness are core values & responsibility, accountability and confidentiality are aspired to at all times.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
To facilitate and support all council run youth spaces and workshops as outlined in the Engage service agreement.
To work in partnership with young people and their local communities to create visible and welcoming youth spaces and culture in the Macedon Ranges.
To be the lead worker in at least two Youth Space programs per week
Develop and conduct the workshops as outlined in the service agreement
Provide support and manage all Engage support staff.
To maintain best practice policies and procedures for the youth spaces and workshops.
To develop an evaluation framework for all Engage program areas.
To collate all data related to the Engage programs on a weekly basis.
To develop and maintain a communication plan for all Engage program work.
To build solid relationships with appropriate staff in all Macedon Ranges secondary schools to promote the Engage work.
To assist the Youth Development Unit in leadership development opportunities for young people
To promote the Engage programs through oral presentations at schools and community gatherings with the aid of multimedia techniques.
To assist in maintaining appropriate reporting records in accordance with Engage and Council requirements and prepare reports and other information as requested.
Youth Engage Program Officer/TPT/Nov 2016
Roster and manage staff/student changes in accordance with instructions from Manager.
Develop holiday program activities.
Run workshops and events, promoting skill development in young people.
Note: This position will require the ability to work flexible hours (Evenings/ occasional weekends).
Occupational Health and Safety and Risk Management
Create, maintain and foster a safe work environment at all times.
Perform all duties in a manner that ensure personal health and safety, and that of others in the workplace and the general public.
Regularly inspect own immediate work environment and report all hazards or incidents that can cause harm or that represent a threat to public safety
Ensure staff follow safe work practices, procedures, instructions and rules at all times and report potential breaches.
Ensure compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations at all times.
Ensure that identified risks are reported to line managers and identified risk reduction strategies are implemented.
Ensure compliance with Council’s Occupational Health & Safety and Risk Management Policy and Procedures.
Record Keeping This position is responsible for ensuring that records are created which will adequately document the business activities in which they take part, and that the records created and received are captured into the appropriate and authorised recordkeeping systems in accordance with records management policy.
Youth Engage Program Officer/TPT/Nov 2016
Organisational Relationships Reports to
Coordinator Youth Development
Supervises
Casual staff Students
Internal Contacts
All other Council Staff
External Contacts
Students Schools Police Parents Youth Service providers Community Agencies Government Departments – Local, State, Federal
Accountability and Extent of Authority
In accordance with Council policies and Engage guidelines the Youth Engage Program Officer is responsible for the day to day operations of the Engage funded Program.
Freedom to act is subject to guidance and supervision by the Coordinator Youth Development Unit.
Judgement and Decision Making
The ability to seek direction and apply professional knowledge, skills and experience within the context of local government service delivery and to resolve complex situations and/or operational issues in accordance with the Engage Program and Council procedures and guidelines.
Guidance, advice and direction are usually available within the time available to make a choice.
Youth Engage Program Officer/TPT/Nov 2016
Specialist Knowledge and Skills
Evidence of highly developed skills relating to young people and an understanding of the issues that impact upon young people and their connections to family and community.
Understanding, knowledge and experience of models of youth participation, engagement, community consultation and development.
Knowledge and experience in supporting young people to plan, organise and implement youth projects and programs.
Excellent multimedia skills, ability to work with a variety of Multimedia software.
Sound evaluation methodology and data collation techniques.
Management Skills
An ability to manage time, set priorities, plan/organise one’s own work, and where appropriate that of others, in accordance with established objectives, available resources and hours of work.
Sound knowledge of personnel practices and the ability to provide employees under their supervision with on-the-job training, support and guidance.
Effectively manage rostering of volunteers/casuals/students.
Interpersonal Skills
The Youth Engage Program Officer in prior consultation with the Coordinator of Youth Development is responsible for the completion of various reports as required and requested by the Engage Program and Council.
The ability to communicate effectively and engage all sectors of the community including; service providers, schools, council staff, young people and their families.
Well-developed communication skills, both written and verbal.
The ability to communicate in a professional manner at all times
Ability to self-reflect and adapt interaction skills to a variety of stakeholders.
A sound understanding of current conflict resolution techniques and methods, and the ability to implement them.
Youth Engage Program Officer/TPT/Nov 2016
Qualifications and Experience
A degree or diploma or other qualifications and/or some experience in the areas of Youth Work, Community Development or other relevant disciplines, or some experience in youth services and/or community development.
A current driver’s license and access to a private vehicle.
Current Working with Children Check Card.
Selection Criteria 1. A degree or diploma or other qualifications and/or some experience in the areas of Youth Work, Community Development or other relevant disciplines, or some experience in youth services and/or community development. 2. Demonstrated experience working with and engaging young people. 3. Proven ability in negotiating and developing positive working relationships with staff, community, young people, parents and the youth service system. 4. Demonstrated well-developed written and verbal communication skills. 5. An ability to identify and implement current conflict resolution techniques and methods. 6. Demonstrated high quality, effective organisational and time management skills. 7. Well-developed Multimedia skills. 8. Well-developed skills in developing and conducting evaluation of Engage program work. 9. Willingness to undertake a National Police Check. Note: Appointment is subject to the successful completion of this check. 10. Hold a current Working with Children Card prior to commencement.
Conditions of Employment Employment conditions for all employees are in accordance with the current certified agreements at this council and employment contract or industrial agreement, organisational policies and procedures as amended. Current certified agreements pertaining to Macedon Ranges Shire Council employees are:
Macedon Ranges Shire Council Enterprise Agreement 2016
Early Education Employees Agreement 2016
Youth Engage Program Officer/TPT/Nov 2016
Arrangements specific to your employment and work place will be explained to you during the recruitment process. For further details Enterprise Agreements can be downloaded from www.fwa.gov.au. You will be responsible for the duties as outlined in this position description and any such duties, which could be reasonably asked of a person in this position, as designated to you by your supervisor.
Application Process The selection process has been designed to ensure that all eligible applicants have an equal opportunity to demonstrate their skills and suitability for the position. The selection process may include skills tests or work samples where appropriate, reference checking, psychological profiling, a medical examination or police check. Appointment to positions within Macedon Ranges Shire Council is on the basis of merit.
Key Selection Criteria The position description should be read very carefully as this describes the core duties and requirements of the position and outlines the criteria used as a basis for selecting the most appropriate person for the job. Unless specified it is mandatory to address the key selection criteria. We recommend that rather than stating you can meet each criterion; give specific examples illustrating particular skills which will enable us to determine how you meet the criteria of the position.
More Information The Contact Officer’s name is stated on the Job Advertisement. If you have any queries, please contact this person so your questions can be addressed promptly. Speaking to the contact person may assist you in your decision on whether to apply for the position.
Youth Engage Program Officer/TPT/Nov 2016
Privacy Statement - Recruitment Personal and Health Information will be collected by Council during the recruitment process. The Personal and Health Information will be used solely by Council for this purpose. Council may disclose this information to other organisations if required by legislation. The applicant may apply to council for access to and/or amendment of the information after finalisation of the appeals process. Information relating to unsuccessful applicants may be destroyed by Council after 12 months from this time. Requests for access and/or correction should be made to Council’s Privacy Officer.
Canvassing of Councillors and Council Officers Canvassing of Councillors and Council Officers, either indirectly or directly that may influence the outcomes of this application may be deemed a disqualification.
Youth Engage Program Officer/TPT/Nov 2016
Position Title
Youth Engage Program Officer
Position No
6281
Directorate
Community Wellbeing
Department
Community and Culture
Unit
Youth
Appointment Type
Temporary Part Time (0.5FTE)
Classification
Band 5
Location
Kyneton - all employees may be directed to move either permanently or for temporary periods to other offices within the Shire due to operational requirements.
Date
November 2016
Manager Organisational Development
Signature
Employee – Print Name Signature
Youth Engage Program Officer/TPT/Nov 2016
Position Objective The Youth Engage Program Worker is responsible for the facilitation of all youth spaces and workshops across the Shire in partnership with young people. In accordance with Youth Engagement Program service agreement and Council requirements.
Organisational Values Macedon Ranges Shire Council is committed to an organisational philosophy in which respect, care, honesty & openness are core values & responsibility, accountability and confidentiality are aspired to at all times.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
To facilitate and support all council run youth spaces and workshops as outlined in the Engage service agreement.
To work in partnership with young people and their local communities to create visible and welcoming youth spaces and culture in the Macedon Ranges.
To be the lead worker in at least two Youth Space programs per week
Develop and conduct the workshops as outlined in the service agreement
Provide support and manage all Engage support staff.
To maintain best practice policies and procedures for the youth spaces and workshops.
To develop an evaluation framework for all Engage program areas.
To collate all data related to the Engage programs on a weekly basis.
To develop and maintain a communication plan for all Engage program work.
To build solid relationships with appropriate staff in all Macedon Ranges secondary schools to promote the Engage work.
To assist the Youth Development Unit in leadership development opportunities for young people
To promote the Engage programs through oral presentations at schools and community gatherings with the aid of multimedia techniques.
To assist in maintaining appropriate reporting records in accordance with Engage and Council requirements and prepare reports and other information as requested.
Youth Engage Program Officer/TPT/Nov 2016
Roster and manage staff/student changes in accordance with instructions from Manager.
Develop holiday program activities.
Run workshops and events, promoting skill development in young people.
Note: This position will require the ability to work flexible hours (Evenings/ occasional weekends).
Occupational Health and Safety and Risk Management
Create, maintain and foster a safe work environment at all times.
Perform all duties in a manner that ensure personal health and safety, and that of others in the workplace and the general public.
Regularly inspect own immediate work environment and report all hazards or incidents that can cause harm or that represent a threat to public safety
Ensure staff follow safe work practices, procedures, instructions and rules at all times and report potential breaches.
Ensure compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations at all times.
Ensure that identified risks are reported to line managers and identified risk reduction strategies are implemented.
Ensure compliance with Council’s Occupational Health & Safety and Risk Management Policy and Procedures.
Record Keeping This position is responsible for ensuring that records are created which will adequately document the business activities in which they take part, and that the records created and received are captured into the appropriate and authorised recordkeeping systems in accordance with records management policy.
Youth Engage Program Officer/TPT/Nov 2016
Organisational Relationships Reports to
Coordinator Youth Development
Supervises
Casual staff Students
Internal Contacts
All other Council Staff
External Contacts
Students Schools Police Parents Youth Service providers Community Agencies Government Departments – Local, State, Federal
Accountability and Extent of Authority
In accordance with Council policies and Engage guidelines the Youth Engage Program Officer is responsible for the day to day operations of the Engage funded Program.
Freedom to act is subject to guidance and supervision by the Coordinator Youth Development Unit.
Judgement and Decision Making
The ability to seek direction and apply professional knowledge, skills and experience within the context of local government service delivery and to resolve complex situations and/or operational issues in accordance with the Engage Program and Council procedures and guidelines.
Guidance, advice and direction are usually available within the time available to make a choice.
Youth Engage Program Officer/TPT/Nov 2016
Specialist Knowledge and Skills
Evidence of highly developed skills relating to young people and an understanding of the issues that impact upon young people and their connections to family and community.
Understanding, knowledge and experience of models of youth participation, engagement, community consultation and development.
Knowledge and experience in supporting young people to plan, organise and implement youth projects and programs.
Excellent multimedia skills, ability to work with a variety of Multimedia software.
Sound evaluation methodology and data collation techniques.
Management Skills
An ability to manage time, set priorities, plan/organise one’s own work, and where appropriate that of others, in accordance with established objectives, available resources and hours of work.
Sound knowledge of personnel practices and the ability to provide employees under their supervision with on-the-job training, support and guidance.
Effectively manage rostering of volunteers/casuals/students.
Interpersonal Skills
The Youth Engage Program Officer in prior consultation with the Coordinator of Youth Development is responsible for the completion of various reports as required and requested by the Engage Program and Council.
The ability to communicate effectively and engage all sectors of the community including; service providers, schools, council staff, young people and their families.
Well-developed communication skills, both written and verbal.
The ability to communicate in a professional manner at all times
Ability to self-reflect and adapt interaction skills to a variety of stakeholders.
A sound understanding of current conflict resolution techniques and methods, and the ability to implement them.
Youth Engage Program Officer/TPT/Nov 2016
Qualifications and Experience
A degree or diploma or other qualifications and/or some experience in the areas of Youth Work, Community Development or other relevant disciplines, or some experience in youth services and/or community development.
A current driver’s license and access to a private vehicle.
Current Working with Children Check Card.
Selection Criteria 1. A degree or diploma or other qualifications and/or some experience in the areas of Youth Work, Community Development or other relevant disciplines, or some experience in youth services and/or community development. 2. Demonstrated experience working with and engaging young people. 3. Proven ability in negotiating and developing positive working relationships with staff, community, young people, parents and the youth service system. 4. Demonstrated well-developed written and verbal communication skills. 5. An ability to identify and implement current conflict resolution techniques and methods. 6. Demonstrated high quality, effective organisational and time management skills. 7. Well-developed Multimedia skills. 8. Well-developed skills in developing and conducting evaluation of Engage program work. 9. Willingness to undertake a National Police Check. Note: Appointment is subject to the successful completion of this check. 10. Hold a current Working with Children Card prior to commencement.
Conditions of Employment Employment conditions for all employees are in accordance with the current certified agreements at this council and employment contract or industrial agreement, organisational policies and procedures as amended. Current certified agreements pertaining to Macedon Ranges Shire Council employees are:
Macedon Ranges Shire Council Enterprise Agreement 2016
Early Education Employees Agreement 2016
Youth Engage Program Officer/TPT/Nov 2016
Arrangements specific to your employment and work place will be explained to you during the recruitment process. For further details Enterprise Agreements can be downloaded from www.fwa.gov.au. You will be responsible for the duties as outlined in this position description and any such duties, which could be reasonably asked of a person in this position, as designated to you by your supervisor.
Application Process The selection process has been designed to ensure that all eligible applicants have an equal opportunity to demonstrate their skills and suitability for the position. The selection process may include skills tests or work samples where appropriate, reference checking, psychological profiling, a medical examination or police check. Appointment to positions within Macedon Ranges Shire Council is on the basis of merit.
Key Selection Criteria The position description should be read very carefully as this describes the core duties and requirements of the position and outlines the criteria used as a basis for selecting the most appropriate person for the job. Unless specified it is mandatory to address the key selection criteria. We recommend that rather than stating you can meet each criterion; give specific examples illustrating particular skills which will enable us to determine how you meet the criteria of the position.
More Information The Contact Officer’s name is stated on the Job Advertisement. If you have any queries, please contact this person so your questions can be addressed promptly. Speaking to the contact person may assist you in your decision on whether to apply for the position.
Youth Engage Program Officer/TPT/Nov 2016
Privacy Statement - Recruitment Personal and Health Information will be collected by Council during the recruitment process. The Personal and Health Information will be used solely by Council for this purpose. Council may disclose this information to other organisations if required by legislation. The applicant may apply to council for access to and/or amendment of the information after finalisation of the appeals process. Information relating to unsuccessful applicants may be destroyed by Council after 12 months from this time. Requests for access and/or correction should be made to Council’s Privacy Officer.
Canvassing of Councillors and Council Officers Canvassing of Councillors and Council Officers, either indirectly or directly that may influence the outcomes of this application may be deemed a disqualification.
Youth Engage Program Officer/TPT/Nov 2016
