The successful applicant will work within a risk management framework, leverage data and evidence basis to lead the delivery of high-quality youth work services. The successful applicant will have the skills to impact positively on student outcomes through developing a solid 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.
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**Eligibility/other requirements**:
**MANDATORY**:
- The Senior Youth Worker Lead role requires that applicants have obtained, at a minimum, an Australian Qualifications Framework Certificate IV in Youth Work or related area.
- Possession of a current Australian driver’s licence.
**HIGHLY DESIRABLE**
- 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.
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**Note**:A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.
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Please also include a current curriculum vitae and contact details for two referees
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📌 Assistant Director - Youth Work Lead
🏢 Act Government
📍 Canberra