Community Engagement Officer Foster Care - Wimmera
Community Engagement Officer Foster Care - Wimmera
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Job Description
- Join a bold and values-led organisation positively impacting the community
- Identify establish and nurture partnerships with community organisations
- SCHADS Level 4 super salary packaging Full Time Ongoing in Horsham
Your new role
Support our Wimmera programs to deliver a range of community and agency-initiated community development projects in support of the local needs of our community and funded programs.
A key aspect of this role is engaging the community in our Homes Based Care Programs providing carer focussed warm responsive and accurate information to prospective carers and managing enquiries received through a range of enquiry channels.
The Community Engagement Officer will work as part of a multidisciplinary team and will be an experienced professional with considerable knowledge and experience in community engagement and advocacy.
Benefits of working at Uniting
Our work isnt easy but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.
In addition to your base hourly rate (SCHADS Level 4) and super youll also receive 17.5% leave loading and the ability to increase your take-home pay by accessing up to $15900 in salary packaging benefits which can be used for living expenses such as groceries bills clothing streaming services and much more.
With our meal entertainment benefit of $2650 annually you can save on dining out and drinks making the most of your pre-tax dollars. At Uniting you can also access the following:
- Be part of a team shaping the future of community services
- Need extra time off Buy additional leave to increase annual leave!
- Enjoy a 10% discount at Uniting Early Learning or 60% for centre staff!
- Up to 10 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers (4 for secondary).
- Access training and development opportunities to help you grow.
- Work in a values-driven organisation deeply committed to social justice and inclusion
- Opt in or out of public holidays be respected for your unique background.
Your skills and experience
You will bring with you:
- Achieved or studying a relevant qualification in project management community development or social services field preferred but not mandatory.
- Exceptional ability to engage and communicate to groups of people tailoring communication to suit a specific target group or age range.
- Understanding of Cultural Safety and empathy for people with a diverse range of backgrounds- commitment to improving services for Consumers and Consumer rights.
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How to apply
Click APPLY to submit your interest.
If this role sounds like a good fit for you please apply soon. Well review applications as they come in and may close the ad early.
For any questions reach out to Stephanie Purcell on or call 0 for a chat during business hours.
About Uniting
At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children at all times. As a child safe organisation employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
Through the recruitment process we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional however it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal a person with disability from a diverse background or LGBTQIA. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
