In-Demand Youth leader Jobs in New South Wales

Youth Development Team Leader
Cumberland Council —Merrylands NSW
- $2,185.39 - $2,513.20 a week
- Weekend availability
- Management
- Research
- Experience working with children
- Health insurance
- Annual leave
13d
Coordinator Residential Youth Justice Programs
Taldumande Youth Services —Granville NSW
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Experience working with children
- First Aid Certification
- Leadership
- Parental leave
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Youth Lead Practitioner - North Western Sydney
Everyday Independence —Seven Hills NSW
- $78,101 - $100,130 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Master's degree
- Education
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
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Youth Lead Practitioner - South Western Sydney
Everyday Independence —Liverpool NSW
- $78,101 - $100,130 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Master's degree
- Education
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
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Youth Lead Practitioner - Western Sydney
Everyday Independence —Parramatta NSW
- $78,101 - $100,130 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Master's degree
- Education
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
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Team Leader - headspace Early psychosis; Western Sydney
Uniting —Mount Druitt NSW
- $58.77 - $68.19 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's degree
- EMR systems
- Leadership
- Annual leave
Post Adoption Intake & Support Worker
The Benevolent Society —Hurstville NSW
- $40.52 - $43.46 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- No degree
- Work from home
- Employee assistance program
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Youth Lead Practitioner - South Central Coast
Everyday Independence —Gosford NSW
- $78,101 - $100,130 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Master's degree
- Education
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
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Youth Program Officer
Cumberland Council —Merrylands NSW
- $1,696.50 - $1,950.97 a week
- Weekend availability
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Health insurance
- Annual leave
13d
Youth Lead Practitioner - Maitland
Everyday Independence —Beresfield NSW
- $78,101 - $100,130 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Master's degree
- Education
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
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Senior Manager - Programs & Services Development
Northern Rivers Community Gateway —Lismore NSW
- Part-time
- Microsoft Office
- Negotiation
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Wellbeing Centre Coordinator
HumanKapital —New South Wales
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- First Aid Certification
Peer Worker - New England
HumanKapital —New South Wales
- Contract
- No degree
OOSH/OSHC EDUCATORS - RYDE AREA
DEBASCA —Denistone East NSW
- $32.74 - $41.55 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
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11d
Student Support Officer - Full Time - Temporary - Kempsey High School
School Administrative and Support —New South Wales
- $76,661 - $112,401 a year
- Part-time
- Social Work
5d
Operations Manager - headspace Early Psychosis, Western Sydney
Uniting —Mount Druitt NSW
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Leadership
- Communication skills
11d
Peer Worker - Illawarra
HumanKapital —New South Wales
- Contract
- No degree
ITC House Manager
MacKillop Family Services —Blacktown NSW
- $51.00 - $53.31 an hour
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- First Aid Certification
- Social Work
- Paid training
- Employee assistance program
Youth Lead Practitioner - Macarthur
Everyday Independence —Campbelltown NSW
- $78,101 - $100,130 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Master's degree
- Education
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Quick Apply
Youth Specialist Mobile Youth Outreach
Save the Children Australia —Wagga Wagga NSW
- $46.70 an hour
- Part-time
- Organisational skills
- Social Work
- Communication skills
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Youth Development Team Leader

Cumberland Council -
Merrylands NSW

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Job Details

Full-time | Contract | Fixed term
$2,185.39 - $2,513.20 a week
13 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Annual leave
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Insurance services

Qualifications

Management
Research
Experience working with children
Driver Licence
First Aid Certification
Financial management
Working with Children Check
Leadership
Communication skills
Time management
Mobile devices

Full Job Description

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of over 245,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Children and Youth Development team is responsible for the delivery of children, youth and family programs and initiatives across the LGA with a focus on child protection and community development. The team leads Council’s actions in the Child Safe space and maintains Cumberland as a leading Local Government Child Safe Organisation.

The team deliver amazing programs and projects each year including School Holiday Programs, Youth Week, Bush School, Story Times and Child Protection Week events.

Reporting directly to the Senior Coordinator Children and Youth Development, this position is responsible for overseeing a multi-disciplinary, community focused team and will be held accountable for the successful delivery of key strategies, projects, and programs across the following functions:

Overseeing the Youth Development Team and associated functions
Evaluating, reporting and delivering the Cumberland City Youth Strategy
Youth programs, projects, partnerships, and initiatives
Enhance professional and partnership development of the Youth sector within Cumberland and improve service delivery coordination across LGA.
Ensuring youth-led, participatory engagement and community development principles are utilized and embedded. Implementing the youth participation framework including in Council planning and decision-making processes.
Coordinating Council’s Youth-led co-design group and support the related Advisory Committee

The successful applicant will require:

Tertiary qualification in youth work, community development, social science or a related field
Substantial experience in leading a team of varying skillsets, using a variety of coaching and mentoring techniques.
Demonstrated project management skills, including sound knowledge and experience in planning, implementation and evaluation, and experience in managing a diverse range of tasks with competing priorities and changing deadlines.
Demonstrated experience delivering targeted actions producing successful outputs and outcomes for young people as part of a large action plan or strategy.
Demonstrated understanding of the youth sector and the needs, issues and legislation relating to young people 12 to 25 years.
Highly developed organisational and time management skills, including strong ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
Sound knowledge and experience in financial and budget management.
Experience in continuous improvement and in developing and delivering clear strategy to transform a business/team/function.
Considerable experience in leading change within a team including implementing reforms, new direction, and new structure.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills and the ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders.
Ability to manage revenue and expenditure and understanding of funding applications, management, and acquittal.
Ability to develop, deliver and implement policy and procedure through the analysis of current research and knowledge
Current Class C Drivers Licence
Valid Working with Children’s Clearance
Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificate (or willing to obtain).

Download the position description here for more information.

About this role:

1x Term contract full-time position (maternity leave cover until June 2027).
Working 70 hours per fortnight, with core hours between 8:00am to 4:30pm, however will need to attend occasional events, meetings and programs afterhours or on weekends.
Access to Council's 9 day fortnight Accrued Day Off (ADO) arrangement
Located at Council's Merrylands office, with travel required across Council work sites.

Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.

Grade 13 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $2,185.39 to $2,513.20 per week, plus 12% superannuation
The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role
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WHAT WE CAN OFFER

We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or up to an additional five (5) days' leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
Leave entitlements including annual leave, 10 days personal leave and up to five (5) days of MyLeave per year, parental leave entitlements and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
Corporate Health Insurance discounts
Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT US

Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people, and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment, which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application, if required, and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.

Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager during the application process.

ENQUIRIES

Contact Victoria Franji, Senior Coordinator Children and Youth Development on 8757 9504 for further information.

Closing date: 11:59pm, Wednesday 19 August 2026

HOW TO APPLY

To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire. You'll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed.

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