About UnitingSA:UnitingSA, established in 1919, upholds values of respect, compassion, and justice. UnitingSA now helps more than 12,000 people per year within our aged care, community, disability, mental health, child development and employment programs.Discover our vision and values: .Role Overview:Join us in a dynamic role at the Whyalla Community Centre as a Community Development Officer! Lead initiatives to enhance community well-being, participation, and capacity. Deliver engaging courses and activities, shaping a vibrant hub that meets local needs. Forge partnerships for impactful programmes. Make a real difference!Key Responsibilities:
- Engage the community in program development and improvement.
- Ensure diverse courses and services meet Whyalla's needs.
- Provide participants with info and referrals as needed.
- Arrange courses aligning with community needs and funding criteria.
- Maintain a safe, inclusive Centre environment.
- Report on service outcomes.
- Collaborate with CYFS Program Manager to develop the Centre model.
- Establish Centre policies with CYFS Program Manager input.
- Apply for funding, evaluate grants, and report in line with requirements.
- Manage volunteer program.
- Contribute to management meetings and planning activities.
- Engage in personal and career development discussions with CYFS Manager.
- Liaison with funding bodies, community leaders, residents, and service providers
- Grant application preparation and program administration experience
- Creating collaborative environments
- Volunteering program management
- Diverse background work experience
- Community Centre or Neighbourhood House experience (highly desirable)
- Community engagement skills for amplifying community voice
- Crisis management, problem-solving, and de-escalation abilities
- Assessment, group work, and evaluation skills
- Negotiation and communication prowess
- Social Sciences, Community Development, or related qualifications or equivalent experience (essential)
- Workplace Training and Assessment Certificate (desirable)
- SA Driver's Licence
- Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check and National Police Clearance (essential)
- First Aid and CPR Certification
- Community Development and Engagement experience
- Unlock up to $15,900 in tax-free earnings with salary packaging, boosting your take-home pay
- Treat yourself to an extra $2,650 tax-free each year with our Meal and Entertainment Card
- Enhance your job perks with novated leasing, offering tax savings and financial flexibility
- 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
- Paid parental leave
- Strong commitment to personal and professional development
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
- Additional perks including discounted health insurance