Social Activities Officer

2 months ago


Ballarat, Australia City of Ballarat Full time

**Part time (0.6) ongoing role**
***:

- **Live local, work local in the beautiful region of Ballarat**:

- **Band 4 salary range between $63,507 - $67,689 (pro rata) plus 10.5% super**
***

Following an extensive review and community consultation, City of Ballarat has developed a complimentary suite of programs and activities as an alternative to the funded Aged Care Service system, to support the ageing community. We are looking to find the right people for new and exciting team positions. The new team direction is primarily a community development model to assist Ballarat to continue its development as an Age-Friendly community.

**Your new role**
- Work with and to the direction of the Social Activities Planner in the delivery of social activities for people 55 years and over.
- Work closely with team members to ensure volunteer and transport program requirements and participant needs are met.
- Maintain stakeholder relationships to develop a network of social activities for people 55 years and over.
- Utilise these connections to assist residents with social activity options and identify gaps and facilitate options on behalf of Council.

**What we're looking for**
- Experience delivering programs and services in a community setting.
- Assist to connect socially isolated, new residents, diverse and vulnerable community members with community and associated supports.
- Attention to detail and ability to carry out evaluation and feedback processes with participants.
- Commitment to working as part of a diverse team for best outcomes.
- Strong Workplace Health & Safety focus, monitoring residents’ safety during program activities and reporting any hazards and incidents as required.

This is a part time, 3 day per week, ongoing role classified at a Band 4 salary range between $63,507 - $67,689 (pro rata for part time) plus 10.5% super.

**Why Us**

At City of Ballarat, making a difference to others and our community is at the heart of everything we do. We are inspired by empowering our community, inside and out, to thrive and prosper through living our values. We support hybrid and flexible working and embrace diverse and inclusive environments. We succeed by recruiting for excellence through investing in our people, encouraging their unique talents and supporting them to bring their whole selves to work.

We believe in our people and provide a supportive, driven and inclusive culture we are proud of, that focuses on wellbeing. We also offer hybrid work model, monthly RDOs and purchased leave arrangements, growth and learning opportunities, discounts at Ballarat Aquatic Lifestyle Centre, Eureka Centre and the Art Gallery of Ballarat.

**Next Steps**

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check. For further information on this position, please see the position description attached or contact Ann Pitt, Executive Manager Ageing Well on 5320 5761.**Job Ref**:

- SW000078

**Submitted**:

- 19-04-2023
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