Community Engagement Worker
at The Salvation Army
Spring Hill, Queensland, Australia -
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Immediate | 30 Jul, 2024 | Not Specified | 01 May, 2024 | N/A | Good communication skills | No | No |
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Description:
Start your career with The Salvation Army today!
We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.
ABOUT US
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.
About the role
We are seeking a values-driven Community Engagement Worker who will lead the planning and implementation of the community development programs, specifically the Disaster Preparedness Training, that respond to identified needs of the Queensland community and promote community engagement. Additionally, the role is responsible for the recruitment and management of volunteers for the Disaster Preparedness Training project.
Travel across Queensland will be required
You will successfully
- Establish, manage, and contribute to programs and relational strategies that are responsive to local community desires in collaboration with the Area Leadership and TSA Mission Expressions.
- Source funding opportunities and manage partnerships to ensure viability and sustainability of the project and its programs.
- Engage in The Salvation Local Mission Delivery by attending Area Leadership teams.
- Analysis of the needs of the Community is based on data and evidence and identifies potential community development initiatives for The Salvation Army.
- Provide information and referral pathways to other TSA programs and community service providers
You will have
- A relevant tertiary qualification, at degree level with experience; or diploma level with substantial experience in community services or social work; or less formal qualifications with specialised skills sufficient to perform at this level.
- Well-developed communication skills and confidence in public speaking.
- Demonstrated experience in facilitating community-based activities.
- Experience managing volunteers or employees.
- A Working with Children check is required prior to commencement.
This is a Max-term (6 months from start date), Part-Time (30hrs per week) position located in Spring Hill, QLD. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Level 3 Award.
What we offer
As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;
- Flexible working conditions
- Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;
- Opportunity for career development;
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
- Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration
Responsibilities:
Please refer the Job description for details
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