Ku-ring-gai Council

Casual Youth Services Worker

Casual Youth Services Worker

• Salary $33.24 to $38.55 per hour + super
• 25% casual loading
• Work across a variety of exciting programs, events and community initiatives

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Ku-ring-gai is one of Sydney’s most beautiful and environmentally rich areas, located just 16km north of the CBD.

With a mix of vibrant town centres, leafy residential areas, heritage precincts, and natural bushland, we are a local government area committed to balancing growth with sustainability, character, and community values.

About the role

Join Ku-ring-gai Council's Youth Services team and help create safe, engaging and empowering experiences for local young people.

As a Casual Youth Services Worker, you'll play an active role in delivering exciting programs, events and support services across Ku-ring-gai's youth centres and community spaces. From organising live music events and skate competitions to facilitating school holiday activities, youth projects and outreach programs, you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact in the lives of young people.

Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting programs at St Ives and Gordon Youth hubs
• Assisting with youth events including live music events, skate competitions, Discobility and Youth Week activities
• Helping to plan, deliver and evaluate youth programs, projects and workshops
• Engaging with young people to identify community needs and develop responsive programs
• Providing support to young people, including those experiencing challenges or crisis situations
• Promoting youth services through schools, community groups and outreach activities
• Maintaining safe, welcoming and creative spaces for young people

Qualifications, skills & experience

• Diploma or Degree in Social Science / Youth Work or related
  (or actively working towards)
• Current Working with Children Check
• Experience working within the Youth Services or Community Services sector
• Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team environment
• Strong understanding of contemporary youth issues
• Excellent group work and program coordination abilities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to engage and connect with young people from diverse backgrounds

Benefits

• 25% casual loading
• Enjoy flexible casual employment with rewarding and varied work
• Be part of a passionate and supportive Youth Services team
• Work across a variety of exciting programs, events and community initiatives
• Develop valuable experience in youth engagement, community development and program delivery
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of local young people
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our websiteclick here.

How to apply:

Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria as listed within thePosition Descriptionto be eligible for an interview.

Like to know more?Please contact Jin Chang on 9424 0994

Closes:11:30pm, Friday 26 June 2026

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer