Community Development Coordinator | Western Sydney
Community Development Coordinator | Western Sydney
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12 months fixed term part time term position with view to extend Offering 3 days per week based in Mount Druitt, covering sites in Western Sydney including St Marys and Penrith Make a real difference by leading community programs that empower and support diverse groups Key Benefits: SCHADS Level 4 plus super and NFP salary packaging benefits Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits Access to in-house learning and development programs to assist your career growth Be part of a strong and caring community that values personal well-being and one another About the Role: The Community Development Coordinator is part of the wider Community Services Team, focusing on creating and implementing community strengthening programs, utilising trauma-informed, strengths-based, and harm minimisation approaches to design initiatives. The Coordinator collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to deliver and implement community-based programs and promote opportunities to be a part of advocacy. Role Purpose: The Community Development Coordinator will enable and support the work of the BaptistCare HopeStreet Team and the Together in 2770 Collective to achieve our goal for Mount Druitt: All children start school well in Mount Druitt. The Community Development Coordinator listens deeply to community to gain an understanding of the local priorities, aspirations and issues. In response, this role focuses on building the capacity and leadership of the local community aligning with what they've heard and supports community-led advocacy. They also design and deliver suburb level engagement activities and events with the purpose of building the BaptistCare HopeStreet's relationships and trust within local communities. About the Team: Our team works together to create trusted places where people gather, community is strong, and lives are transformed. We walk with each person and community groups to understand the unique circumstances of their life and we empower them to live well through practical and reliable support. In collaboration with other local services and community members, BaptistCare HopeStreet is working towards being a thriving, happy and self-sufficient community, where all people feel safe, included, supported, connected and involved. About You: Degree minimum qualification, or a Diploma and experience in Community Services, Community Development, Youth Work, Social Work, Psychology, or relevant discipline Demonstrated experience working with people experiencing marginalisation and vulnerability Demonstrated experience in participatory community program design and delivery Demonstrated experience facilitating community engagement, consultation and codesign Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of BaptistCare's Christian identity and promote the organisation's values through interactions at work Demonstrated knowledge, understanding of and commitment to social justice and community development Ability to work from trauma-informed, strengths-based and harm minimisation frameworks Ability to develop and manage effective programs, including design, delivery and ongoing review Ability to develop safe, inclusive and engaging spaces with a strong sense of community Ability to walk alongside community to achieve their goals Ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively with local stakeholders, including other organisations and the community High level of initiative. Holds a current and valid Working with Children Check Current Drivers' License About Us: We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together with Baptcare (VIC, TAS, SA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be – with people right at the centre. We love what we do and the communities we help. With us you can deliver life transforming care, create a career you'll love, and join a team who make a difference. If you would like to be considered for this role, please click ''Apply'' and attach your CV and a Cover Letter. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. Closing Date is subject to change without notice. Successful applications will be subject to a police background and working with children checks. BaptistCare – Transforming lives by expressing the love of Christ. Please note: This position is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting any employees directly as all communications must go through the Talent Acquisition. Unsolicited candidate profiles or CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Thank you.
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