Community Development Worker: Carer Engagement
3 days ago
Overview
Community Development Worker: Carer Engagement – Alfred Health
Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education.
We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.
Responsibilities
The Community Development Worker (CDW) is part of a multidisciplinary team and contributes to the development and delivery of group based programs and group engagement activities both online and in person, including information sessions, wellbeing, social support and peer support sessions.
The CDW engages and collaborates with carer support groups, key partners and stakeholders across the community, health and hospital settings to enhance social inclusion, participation, and advocacy for carers in the community.
The CDW develops links with vulnerable and diverse groups to support and strengthen accessibility of services for carers.
Qualifications And Experience
Tertiary qualifications in Health, Behavioural Science, Social Sciences or Welfare
Experience in community engagement and event planning and delivery
Sound project management skills to prioritise and co-ordinate activities
Energy, enthusiasm and commitment to create and promote high quality support services to clients
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Experience in assessment, care planning and service coordination would be highly regarded
Successful applicants must undergo a police check and have a current Working with Children Check
Position Details
Permanent position
Full time (80 hours per fortnight + monthly ADO)
Community Development Worker Class 2B, Year 1-7 (XX7-ON15)
Located at Caulfield Hospital
Great staff benefits
Staff Benefits
Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
Flexible health insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
Onsite car parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax
Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport health and fitness
Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children's Services
Enquiries
Please contact Kylie Watt, Team Leader: Carer Engagement on for enquiries regarding this role.
Application Instructions
Applications should include a resume and a cover letter outlining key skills and experience relevant to the position.
Applications close 11pm AEST, Thursday 18th September 2025.
Equal Opportunity
Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
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