Community Development Worker

1 week ago

Deer Park, Australia Comm Unity Plus Services Ltd Full time

An exciting opportunity to grow within a multidisciplinary community organisation.
We respect the strength of our communities and collaborate to deliver holisticservices.

Comm Unity Plus Services Ltd (operating as commUnity+) is a multidisciplinary organisation located in Melbourne’s western suburbs, delivering a range of prevention and early intervention programs focused on informing and engaging with our community. This is achieved via high quality Community Education, Legal Services (Brimbank Melton Community Legal Centre), our Neighbourhood House program and Children’s Contact Service, as well as a range of community and individual development activities.
About the positionThe Community Development Worker will assist to develop and deliver community development projects and activities both within the commUnity+ Neighbourhood House program, as well as across other commUnity+ programs.Implementing a Community Development approach, the Community Development Worker shares responsibility for Neighbourhood House administration, community engagement, program development and delivery of CU+ community development activities.Reporting to the Community Development and Neighbourhood House Manager, the Community Development Worker promotes the growth and development of our Neighbourhood House and other community development programs in line with organisational strategic planning, community assets and arising challenges. The Community Development Worker engages with and for community to seek and provide opportunities that are responsive to community needs, interests and promote the values of commUnity+.This position will be primarily based in Deer Park, and is available as a fulltime position.
Key Selection Critieria

Tertiary qualification in Community Development or in a relevant
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for a variety of audiences and purposes and ability to work with diverse communities.
Demonstrated knowledge of community development principles and experience in implementing community development practices.
Strong administration skills, data entry and database management, and competency using office technology (including proficient use of Microsoft Office suite).
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, set priorities, monitor workflow, follow direction and manage deadlines whilst working autonomously.

Previous experiences in a Neighbourhood House setting and knowledge and understanding of the Brimbank LGA and surrounding communities is desirable.Proficiency in languages additional to English is an advantage.
**What we offer**: - Flexible workplace with hybrid work arrangements
- Salary packaging benefit
- 40% off your membership at Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre (BAWC)
- Opportunity to further develop your skills
- Supportive and Inclusive team
- Free parking at Deer Park and Keilor Downs sites
commUnity+ is a child safe organisation that is committed to ensuring the wellbeing of children and young people and protecting them from harm. Applicants must hold a valid Working with Children Check and Police check or the ability to obtain the same.

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