Job Title: Youth, Sport & Recreation Team Leader – Ali Curung
Youth, Sport and Recreation Team Leader – Ali Curung is the first point of contact for community youth, sport, and recreation. This position is responsible for establishing and building positive collaborative relationships with the community in accordance with Council strategies and policies pertaining to facility access and use.
This position coordinates the planning and development of Youth, Sport, and Recreation Programs within the community through their understanding and awareness of current issues and opportunities.
The duties of this position require the position holder to work hours that include school holidays, weekday evenings, and/or weekend hours, from time to time, as required to deliver Youth, Sport, and Recreation Programs.
The person who occupies this position works directly with children and youth in the community and organising other activities; therefore, the position holder must have the required fitness to undertake the duties and tasks within this position description.
Main Responsibilities:
* Organise and deliver youth, sport, and recreation activities, including Out of Hours School Care and Vacation Care programs.
* Develop regular activities with the Youth, Sport, and Recreation Officers to address identified needs.
* Order equipment and food for activities and programs.
* Organise maintenance of sporting and recreation equipment.
* Keep sports materials records up to date.
Staff Supervision and Reporting:
* Supervise the Youth, Sport, and Recreation Officers, providing training and instruction on running activities.
* Create rosters for the Youth, Sport, and Recreation Staff.
* Act as the main contact point for the Regional Manager Youth, Sport and Recreation regarding Youth Recreation Programs.
* Oversee the health and safety of participants in all activities.
* Provide weekly reports on participation numbers, equipment requirements, and programs delivered.
Other:
* You will be required to perform your duties at Ali Curung or elsewhere within the Barkly Regional Council authority area as reasonably directed.
* Ensure that the highest professional standards and Barkly Regional Council values are always upheld.
* Demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm to promote the principle of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) in employment and service delivery.
Our Values:
We believe that all people in all communities are equal in dignity and have equal rights. Our employees are committed to working with people and communities in a way that values them, that are non-discriminatory, and that promote social justice. We are committed to the common good. Our employees work with people to ensure that they have access to the resources and services they need to effectively participate in the community. We value the contributions of clients and communities and foster local community-driven services. Our Reconciliation Action Plan will be used to create a greater understanding of how we can best deliver services and support to all communities of the Barkly.
Key Accountabilities:
* Deliver a program of sporting activities that reflect the community's preference.
* Deliver structured and regular activities including sports, and after-school programs.
* Under the direction of the Regional Manager Youth, Sport and Recreation, run programs and activities in line with Council's policies and procedures.
* Contribute positively to the Barkly, Youth Sport and Recreation Team across the Barkly Region.
* Build positive relationships with the Community and other local organisations.
* Undergo training and professional development relevant to the position.
* Contribute to the successful implementation and fulfillment of the Regional Plan's objectives.
Position Information:
Position Title: Youth Sport and Recreation Team Leader – Ali Curung (12130700)
Reports To: Council Services Coordinator – Ali Curung (12220000), Regional Manager Youth, Sport and Recreation (13300000)
Department: Community Services
Supervises: Youth Sport and Recreation Officers – Ali Curung
Internal Liaison: Chief Executive Officer, Director of Community Services, Council Services Coordinator – Ali Curung
External Liaison: Government, Non-Government Representatives, and Agencies, Other External Stakeholders, Rate Payers, Residents, and Visitors
Knowledge and Skills:
* Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal Culture.
* Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
* Excellent time management, ability to plan, coordinate activities and meet deadlines.
* Ability to work effectively in a team or independently with minimal supervision.
Interpersonal:
* Exemplary ethical standards and personal integrity.
* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain positive workplace relations.
* A willingness to adapt to work in a challenging environment.
* A committed team player, creative thinker, and innovator is essential.
Change Management:
* Ability to recognise issues and use initiative to identify and discuss proposed solutions.
* Persuade, convince, or negotiate with staff, clients, members of the public, and other organisations to achieve the objectives of Barkly Regional Council.
* Ensure compliance with and adherence to all legislative requirements and best practices at all times.
Commitment, Attitude, and Application to Duties:
* Provide courteous and prompt attention to requests for information.
* Demonstration of a positive and proactive attitude with strong initiative.
* Promote Barkly Regional Council in a positive manner at all times.
* Promote and encourage continuous quality improvement strategies for the delivery of accurate and timely documentation.
* Take responsible care to ensure one's own safety at work and that of other staff within the workplace.
* Observe all safe working practices.
* Report all accidents, incidents, and any hazardous situations within your work environment to your manager.
* Any other duties as required.
Essential Criteria:
* Understanding of Aboriginal Culture and Aboriginal issues.
* Demonstrated experience organising and running youth, sport, and recreation activities.
* Good written and oral communication, numeracy, and computer skills.
* Sound understanding of Workplace Health and Safety.
Desirable Criteria:
* Previous experience in a similar role.
* Relevant formal qualifications or the desire to undertake relevant training for the position.
* 4x4 driving experience preferred.
Wages and Allowances:
Classification: Level 7 Pay Point 1,
Barkly Regional Council Enterprise Agreement 2023,
Status: Full-Time – Temporary (38 hours per week),(End date: 30 June 2028),
Annual Salary: $80,057.24 per annum ($3,301.84 gross per fortnight),
Zone Allowance: Remote Community Zone Allowance $2.5100 per ordinary hour,
SCG: 11.5%,
Roster: The supervisor will set a five-day roster that equals a 38-hour week, which is within the span of ordinary hours of work; currently 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Monday to Sunday.
Compliance, Training and Development:
Mandatory Desirable
* Drivers Licence
* National Criminal History Check
* Working with Children Clearance
* Cultural Awareness Training
* Prevention of Workplace Bullying, Harassment and Discrimination
* Workplace Health and Safety Induction
* Provide First Aid (HLTAID011)
* CPR - Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (HLTAID009)
* 4WD Operations on Unsealed Roads (VTP414)
* Certificate IV in Community Recreation (SRC40201)
* Certificate IV in Leadership and Management (BSB42015)
* Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (SIS30122)