Youth Worker

Frankston City Council is located on the eastern shores of Port Phillip Bay where the beach meets with the natural landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula.  We are a diverse community that provides a vibrant lifestyle along with a growing economic and arts sector.

Our leadership team is committed to building an engaged and collaborative culture where innovation and being future focused are the norm. If you want to help shape the future of Frankston, now is the time to join our team!

About the position

Frankston City Council is seeking a passionate Youth Worker to support the delivery of programs, activities and events that empower young people to connect, participate and thrive. Working as part of the Frankston Youth Services team, you will help create safe, inclusive and engaging opportunities for young people across the community.

The main responsibilities will include:

• Deliver engaging youth programs and activities, supporting young people to participate, connect and have a voice in shaping programs and events.
• Build positive relationships with young people, community partners and local services, providing support, information, referrals and opportunities for engagement.
• Contribute to the effective operation of Youth Services, including administration, record keeping, promotion of programs, data collection and teamwork.

About you

As the successful candidate you will have:

• Relevant experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A minimum Certificate IV in Youth Work, Community Services, Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs, or a related field.
• A current Victorian Driver's License

Benefits of working at Frankston City Council

Be part of a workplace that is looking to transform the way that we work and build on our values “Kinder, Fairer, Smarter”. As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as:

• Access to professional and career development opportunities
• Free onsite parking (Civic Centre)
• Employee assistance program
• Salary sacrifice gym membership at Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre.

This position is a Band 4. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Jane Thomson on (03) 9768 1366 9768 1366) or [email protected]

The position description for this role can be found on the Frankston City Council Careers page.

The closing date for applications to this role is 22/10/2026 at 11:55pm

Culture at Frankston City Council

Frankston City Council respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Bunurong people, as the custodians of the land on which we live and work and their Elders past and present.

Council is committed to building a culture that values diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. As well as applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply.

We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you*.*

Child Safety

Frankston City Council is a Child Safe Organisation and has a zero tolerance for child abuse. Council is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe environment where all children are valued and protected from harm and abuse and will promote a whole of community approach to keeping children safe.

At Frankston City Council, protecting children and preventing child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all councillors, employees, contractors and volunteers.  Please refer to the Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy located on the Frankston City Council website on the Child Safety Page as this will be referred to in an interview.

Pre-Employment Information

You will need to provide evidence of your right to work in Australia, certified copies of your qualifications, a current Driver License and Working with Children Check. You must also be willing to provide a Pre-Employment Health Declaration and undertake a National Police Record Check.