Employment type: Casual
Location: ACT & NSW Primary and Secondary Schools 
Remuneration Range: $38.59 to $44.84 per hour (dependent on skills and experience)
Closing Date: 31 December 2024

About Us 

Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) plays an integral role in education in the ACT and NSW, operating 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres. 

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care. 

About the role

The position of Youth Ministry Officer reports to the Catholic Education New Evangelisation Project Officer and will assist in animating the Religious Life of the Catholic School by supporting and developing student ministry initiatives and assisting in the development of youth faith formation and catechesis.

The Youth Ministry Officer will support the development, implementation and growth of the Catholic Schools Youth Ministry Australia (CSYMA) Youth Ministry model within the Catholic school. The Youth Ministry Officer will assist the teacher in supporting religious education curriculum in classrooms.

Benefits of casual work

• Schedule work around your training and personal commitments;
• Experience a diverse range of school environments;
• Build your profile within a network of schools to advance your opportunity of securing ongoing employment. 

Selection Criteria

1. Sound understanding of and ability to articulate the Church's mission in Catholic education.
2. Understanding of the Catholic Schools Youth Ministry Australia or other school/ curriculum-based youth ministry formation programs.
3. Established knowledge and personal commitment to the Catholic Church and its teachings.
4. An ability to use discretion and judgment in planning, organising, and achieving outcomes under time constraints.
5. Sound interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively in a team environment.
6. Compliance with relevant federal and state legislation (including child protection laws) and educational guidelines/ directives.
7. Compliance with WHS requirements in maintaining a safe workplace and safe systems of work.

Other Eligibility Criteria 

• You must be an Australian Citizen or permanent resident or be in Australia on a visa with work rights to be eligible to apply for this position. 
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy. 

How to apply

Follow the 'Apply now' link.

Before commencing this application, please ensure you have the following information at hand:

• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria listed above.
• Current resume.
• NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) and/or ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP)
• Evidence of qualifications (where applicable).
• Contact details of two professional referees and your parish priest.
• Proof of identification - either Current passport or Birth Certificate and Current Drivers License.

This position involves working with children. Employment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn policy.

Information about Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here.

Specific Position queries: Please contact the Nathan Galea via nathan.galea@cg.catholic.edu.au 

For application queries: contact the Recruitment Team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au