About Stride:
We're leaders in mental health service delivery, specialising in working with adults and young people, and in early childhood intervention.
Our name expresses our ambition – it's a purposeful name that shows awareness of the important role we play in the recovery journey.
We're committed to making a difference through our work.
About headspace Centres:
headspace Centres act as a one-stop-shop for young people who need help with mental health, physical health, alcohol and other drugs and/or work and study support.
We have locations across Armstrong Creek and Geelong, VIC.
What We Offer:
* A permanent, full-time opportunity available (we also consider part-time applications)
* Paying on SCHADS Level 3 plus Super
* Salary Packaging options up to $15,899 tax free
* A meals and entertainment allowance of up to $2,650
* Leave loading at 17.5%
* Access to Stride Rewards, offering discounts from hundreds of retailers
* A paid wellbeing leave day per year
* The option to purchase up to 5 additional leave days in a 12 month period (pro rata entitlement if part-time)
* Paid parental leave support
* A supportive team environment
* Excellent training and career development opportunities
Role Overview:
The Community Engagement Coordinator/Social Inclusion Coordinator seeks opportunities to reach out to young people and their communities, providing health education, raising mental health literacy and community awareness, and linking people to appropriate services.
You will develop, facilitate and evaluate a range of community events and health and education programs designed to improve mental health literacy and community awareness of challenges faced by young people, increasing early identification and access to services.
You'll work closely with our clinical team to understand our services and advocate for them to young people and the wider community.
Requirements:
* A minimum Diploma qualification in youth work, mental health or a relevant discipline
* Experience in a similar role working with young people
* Experience in planning, developing and delivering high-quality education, training, and community awareness programs and activities
* Demonstrated interpersonal skills showing an ability and sensitivity to work with diverse stakeholders
* A proven ability to work creatively, collaboratively and effectively as a member of a team
* Excellent organisation and time management skills
* Confidence in using IT, including social media applications and website maintenance
* Excellent verbal communication and written skills, including grant writing experience
* Eligibility for WWCC clearance
* NDIS worker screening clearance
* A current Driver's License
Stride is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable people. All applicants must undergo required screening processes prior to appointment.
We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds to enhance cultural diversity and insight within our workforce.
This includes but is not limited to people with a lived-experience of mental health recovery, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities.
To apply, complete the online application form, attach your CV, and submit a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Applications will be viewed and actioned upon receipt, with a final closing date of 23 April 2025.