Community Engagement Coordinator – Aps6

IPA, partnering with the Federal Government, are currently seeking applicants for the role of Community Engagement Coordinator, located in Hobart or Launceston, TAS. This role is set as a 12-month temporary assignment, with the possibility to extend. The successful applicant will be required to work Monday – Friday, 8:30am till 5:00pm. This is an APS6 role, with payrates ranging from $55-$60ph based on experience. This is a fantastic opportunity to expand on your experience within the government sector and make a positive impact in the lives of current and outgoing Defence Force members.

Reporting to the Assistant Director Clinical Coordination, you will take a strengths-based, recovery approach to supporting vulnerable and/or at risk clients to foster wellbeing. The position aims to optimise a client’s wellbeing and participation in their community through community engagement, collaborative recovery work and complex case management. This role also focuses on team leadership, service design, delivery, and evaluation.

Key Responsibilities for this position:

• Coordinate the activities of the Community Engagement Team, including line management, operational supervision, and provision of information, debriefing and support, to the positions of Community and Peer Advisor. Provide oversight of the activities of the Community Engagement Team.

• Using a community engagement framework, work in partnership with the Assistant Director Clinical Coordination and Community and Peer Advisors to develop and deliver strategic initiatives that contribute to enhanced access to support services for veterans, defence force members and their families.

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key internal and external stakeholders in a range of settings to enhance support options for clients.

• Coordinate participation of the Community Engagement Team in evaluation activities and monitor progress of the team, including development of outcomes monitoring and delivery of reports.

• Provide feedback on Open Arms’ policies and procedures, particularly in relation to community engagement and development activities.

• Undertake direct provision of evidence informed clinical services, including intake, complex case management, case coordination, and facilitation of group programs.

• Lead and foster a team culture that values the backgrounds and experiences of all members of the team.

• Identify and appropriately deploy the skills of Community and Peer Advisors both in the delivery of community engagement and peer support activities.

• Participate in community development and service promotion activities

• Participate in internal and external meetings as directed.

• Demonstrate leadership behaviours and actively uphold the principles of cooperative and safe work practices consistent with APS Values and the Department’s mission, vision, approach, and values

The successful applicant will have one or more tertiary qualifications as either a registered Psychologist, Mental Health Occupational Therapist, Registered Nurse with full AHPRA registration or a qualification as a Social Worker eligible for membership of the Australian Association Social Workers (AASW) and be eligible to apply for Mental Health accreditation. It is also essential to have a valid and current Working with Children check and/or Vulnerable People Checks/Clearance. Extensive and relevant clinical and case management experience is also essential for this role.

If you think you have the relevant qualifications and experience to succeed in the above position, please apply with an up-to-date cover letter and resume, and one of our consultants will be in touch with you.