Community Engagement Officer

• Part-time (0.6FTE) position available until June 30 2025
• Based at the Campbelltown office + Work across the Camden, Wollondilly and Wingecarribee communities to establish meaningful connections .
• Competitive salary + 11% Super + Generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550

We are seeking a dedicated Community Engagement Officer to promote the Care Finder service within the community and support older people to understand and connect with required services, including My Aged Care, using warm referrals and monitoring client engagement.

Reporting to the Team Lead, you will perform the following:

• Identify opportunities to promote and share information about the Care Finder program and EACH, including taking part in the organisation and delivery of events and activities.
• Assist with the development, implementation and evaluation of a Community Awareness Strategy.
• Build relationships with external service providers and report on opportunities for mutually beneficial partnerships that progress Connect and Care Finder toward its objectives.
• Maintain a client caseload to support clients to understand and connect with required services, including My Aged Care, using warm referrals and monitoring client engagement.

For more information, please refer to the position description here.

For more information, please contact Clare Thorn* (Team Leader) at [email protected] using the subject line: Community Engagement Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs or on 0474 173 813.

*Note that applications sent to Clare directly will not be considered as you will need to apply via the website.

Who we’re looking for

If you’re a Community Engagement enthusiast, with a keen interest in supporting older adults within the community, you might be exactly the person we’re looking for!

The Community Engagement Coordinator will have sound knowledge and experience in community engagement. They will work collaboratively with the Connect Care team, Stakeholders, Other Care finder teams and Older Adult teams.

• Current state-based driver’s license, car and insurance.
• Qualification in aged care or community services (highly regarded).
• Ability to occasionally work after hours (highly regarded).
• Experience with website and social media as a communication tool (highly regarded).
• Ability to speak an additional language (highly regarded).

What we offer

EACH is committed to developing our people. At EACH you’ll be supported to be your best.
We provide:

• Work arrangements that flex to you including flexible working arrangements.
• Providing opportunities to grow and develop.
• Professional support and supervision.
• Opportunities for internal career progression across QLD, NSW, ACT, and VIC.
• Generous Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 free income tax per year AND up to $2,650 additional tax-free money to spend towards meals entertainment.
• Support through a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.

Join us at EACH

For over 50 years, EACH has been dedicated to enhancing lives and fostering stronger communities through our health and support services. Our workforce comprises compassionate individuals ready to offer a wide range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals from all walks of life. Join us in our mission and together, let’s create meaningful change.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

Please note applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received.