First Nations Community Development Coordinator
Location: Canberra
WE’RE FEROS CARE
And what we care most about is helping people live healthier, happier, better-connected lives.
Since 1990, we’ve been making it happen, both for older Australians and people with disability.
We actively seek to include, welcome and value the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disability.
If you would like to discuss accessibility requirements, preferred communication methods or other possibilities please contact ******@feroscare.com.au.
What you’ll be doing:
The Community Development Coordinator Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander role will support community in helping identify, implement plans, and create more visible pathways to ensure that Aboriginal participants and non-participants of the NDIS can access support outside of the Scheme by working collaboratively with local communities and mainstream services to raise awareness and become more inclusive of the needs of people with disability.
Who we’re looking for:
- Someone who identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
- Someone with proven experience working in Community Development roles
- An understanding of community capacity building models
- Experience working in Community Development or Community Engagement roles
- Experience or understanding of Project Management
- Strong interpersonal skills, including presentation skills
- Strong written communication and report writing skills
What we can do for you:
- Salary banding from $75,598 - $84,320 depending on relevant qualifications and years of relevant experience.
- Non-for-profit Salary Packaging (up to the value of $15,899 per annum tax free) and Meal and Entertainment Packaging (up to the value of $2650 per annum tax free)
- All LACs receive a daily travel allowance ($25 per day)
- Extensive discounts available on everyday purchases, financial tips and services, wellbeing, and wellness programs through our ForME platform
- Training, development, and career opportunities (we will support you to complete additional relevant qualifications and certificates)
- Private Health Insurance Discount (Medibank)
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid parental leave for eligible employees
- All technology / equipment provided
When Successful, you will be required to undertake a national police check and provide evidence of your right to work in Australia.
Feros Care acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Custodians of this land on which we work.