Community Engagement Coordinator

Your Organisation

Build connections. Strengthen communities. Make a genuine difference. Our client is a well-established not-for-profit organisation delivering essential support services across Australia. An exciting opportunity exists for two Community Engagement Coordinators to join a growing community-based program supporting carers throughout the Gold Coast and Scenic Rim region.

This is a rewarding and highly autonomous role that combines community engagement, stakeholder relationship management, outreach, service coordination and direct community support. Working across hospitals, health services, community organisations and local networks, you'll help connect carers with the information, resources and supports they need to thrive. 

If you enjoy building meaningful relationships, working within your community and creating positive outcomes for others, this could be the perfect opportunity.

Your Role Based from the organisation's Nambour office, you'll work predominantly out in the community from a purpose-built Mobile Carer Hub, delivering outreach services across the Gold Coast and Scenic Rim. You'll help carers access the information, services and resources they need to sustain their caring role while building community partnerships, strengthening referral pathways and increasing awareness of available support services.

Regular travel throughout the region will see you engaging with hospitals, health professionals, community organisations, schools, aged care providers and other key stakeholders.

A key focus of the position is strengthening referral pathways, increasing community awareness and ensuring carers can access support when they need it most. You'll play an integral role in developing local partnerships and creating stronger connections between community services and those providing care to loved ones.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with hospitals, health professionals and community stakeholders.
• Deliver community outreach activities, information sessions and engagement events.
• Build referral pathways and strengthen local community partnerships.
• Conduct intake, assessment and support planning conversations.
• Connect individuals with appropriate services, resources and supports.
• Facilitate peer support activities and community programs.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to improve service accessibility and outcomes.
• Represent the organisation within the community and build awareness of available support services.

Your Profile

You are a relationship-focused community services professional who enjoys engaging with diverse stakeholders and creating positive outcomes within local communities.
You will ideally have:

• Experience within community services, health, disability, aged care, mental health, family services or a related sector.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, networking and relationship-building skills.
• Experience developing community partnerships and referral networks.
• A strengths-based, person-centred approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and use initiative.
• A genuine passion for supporting people and strengthening communities.

Essential Requirements

• Current unrestricted Driver's Licence.
• Confidence travelling regularly throughout the Gold Coast and Scenic Rim region.
• Confidence working within a mobile outreach environment.
• Willingness to assist with community events, information sessions and outreach activities.
• Certificate IV or higher in Community Services or a related discipline, or equivalent sector experience.
• National Police Check, Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Strong administration and technology skills.

What's on Offer?

• Permanent full-time opportunity.
• Monday to Friday position with flexibility to support occasional community events.
• SCHADS Award salary plus salary packaging benefits.
• Extensive onboarding, training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, values-driven team culture.
• Autonomy, variety and the opportunity to work within your local community.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of carers and families across the Gold Coast and Scenic Rim region.

If you thrive on building relationships, working within the community and helping people access the support they need, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your application today and take the next step in a rewarding community-focused career.

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Learn more about Woodforde Group and how we can help you: 
https://woodfordegroup.com.au/

At Woodforde Group we support and celebrate diversity and do not discriminate. We are for all people, regardless of difference, and know that the more inclusive we are the stronger our work culture and the better our service delivery will be. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, experience, merit and business needs. We encourage people of all ages, backgrounds, orientations and walks of life to apply and feel comfortable in their own skin.