The Lead Youth Worker provides leadership and management to champion the strategic direction of youth support work in schools. The successful applicant will have a strong understanding of student support options and be familiar with education settings to impact positively on student outcomes. The successful applicant will lead a team of senior youth workers and work within a risk management framework, leverage data and evidence to facilitate delivery of high-quality youth work services in schools. The successful applicant will have the skills to impact positively on student outcomes through developing a strong understanding of needs, strengthening communication, building capacity in schools and championing Directorate commitments to continuous improvement. They will be able to successfully prioritise competing priorities in their day-to-day work and maintain a focus on overall service quality. The successful applicant will have the skills and knowledge necessary to apply equal opportunity principles as well as occupational health and safety procedures. Eligibility/Other requirements: Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Working with vulnerable people (WWVP) registration (act.gov.au) Highly Desirable Possession of a current Australian driver’s licence. A minimum of five years work experience in youth work or related area. Relevant experience in education or a related area. A comprehensive knowledge of youth services and programs in the ACT, and established connections with the ACT Youth and Community Sector. Additional relevant qualifications and/or workplace training that build on from a Certificate IV in Youth Work, including a Diploma, or undergraduate studies in a youth work related field. Qualification and experience in delivering professional supervision, or a willingness to undertake appropriate training. Current First Aid Certificate or a willingness to undertake appropriate training. Completion of or willingness to undertake the following training: Trauma Informed Practice (or equivalent) Cultural Awareness Youth Mental Health First Aid Alcohol and Other Drug Harm Minimisation. Notes: This is a temporary position available from 03 January 2026 until 08 April 2026 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. How to apply: Please provide a written response to the Selection Criteria (max four pages), a current curriculum vitae and contact details for two referees. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act. LI-DNI Note This is a temporary position available from 03 January 2026 until 08 April 2026 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency.