Youth Worker - Student

We have an exciting temporary opportunity for a

to join our

team, providing valuable practical experience and support as you complete the final year of your Youth Work Diploma or Bachelor's degree. As our Youth Worker - Student, you will make a difference daily by delivering a range of services to young people across the municipality. Key responsibilities will include assisting with the Youth Services portfolio of service delivery including planning, implementation, activation and evaluation at the Youth Hive within the Knox library. This is a part-time temporary role from January 2027 until December 2027, based at Knox Civic Centre and the Knox Youth Hive.  This is a Band 3 classified role. Remuneration will be $71,147.02 (pro-rata for part time/fixed term) plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee.

Please find a copy of the Position Description here: POSITION DESCRIPTION - Youth Services Student.pdf .

Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter highlighting your suitability for the role online via the 'Apply' button by 11:59pm on Friday 6 November 2026. All applications must be made via the online portal. No applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered.  For further information on this role please contact Katie Scott, Coordinator -Youth Services at katie.scott@knox.vic.gov.au  or on 9298 8858.  A link to the position description can be found in the job listing on our Knox City Council Jobs and Careers page.    Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date.

To view the inherent requirements for this position please see attachment below.     Youth Services Staff -Inherent Requirements Table .DOCX

Knox City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.  Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be safe. This includes spaces owned or managed by Council. We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously. We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice. All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse.  Knox City Council acknowledges our offices are located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.

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