Are you passionate about health promotion with skills and experience in community engagement and development?

• Exciting opportunity to join a Community Development team with a leading not-for-profit organisation!
• Full time, ongoing role
• $74,100 to $91,962 per annum plus super and salary packaging options
• Based in Canberra with a hybrid of working from home and in the office.

Celebrating more than 60 years of service to the community, the Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) is Australia's leading national organisation committed to inspiring positive change and delivering evidence-based approaches to minimise alcohol and drug harm.

Why work with us?

We are a dynamic, inclusive and forward-thinking organisation, working collaboratively to provide meaningful programs to our communities across Australia. We ensure that we celebrate employee success and connect as an organisation as regularly as possible.

We provide a wide range of benefits and wellbeing initiatives, including generous salary packaging options, great leave entitlements including gifted leave at Christmas, health and wellbeing leave, leave.

As one of our Senior Community Development Officers (SCDO), you will play a pivotal role in building the capacity of local communities to address drug and alcohol-related harm. You will be a key member of our team delivering our Good Sports and Local Drug Action Team (LDAT) programs, proactively developing and maintaining relationships with participants and supporting their engagement.

Here’s a taste of what your daily activities will look like:

• Deliver ADF programs in line with established policies, procedures and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain relationships with relevant community and program stakeholders including community sporting clubs, leagues and associations, local councils and community health services.
• Proactively and confidently engage with program stakeholders including online in-person, phone and email.
• Effectively plan and deliver activity such that program/project targets and key performance indicators are met.
• Proactively identify and engage with community sports clubs that would benefit from the Good Sports program, including through cold calling and organised club visits.
• Support LDATs to develop a Community Action Plan (CAP), outlining prevention activities to be delivered and evaluated.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for someone who is deeply passionate about community engagement and development, with a commitment to what we do here at the ADF. You will be personable, interactive and enjoy meeting new people and fostering relationships. Your drive to make a difference, confidence building new stakeholder connections and ability to meet targets will be essential for this position.

Key experiences and skills that will set you up for success include:

• Bachelor’s degree in health, health promotion or related field, or demonstrated experience in a community development role.
• Awareness of community AOD issues, harm reduction and harm minimisation approaches.
• Demonstrated experience facilitating health promotion, AOD or similar community-based programs.
• Demonstrated experience and confidence facilitating group workshops and presentations.
• An ability to self-motivate, plan effectively and meet Key Performance Indicators.
• Excellent organisational skills with the capacity to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• A current driver’s license and vehicle is a requirement for this role. Some interstate travel to Wollongong/South Coast NSW region will be required.

To apply now please visit our ADF careers page to obtain a copy of the position description

How do I apply?
Follow this link to apply

Applications close on Sunday 15th September 2024 at 5pm AEST. Applicants may be contacted prior to the closing date, so we encourage you to submit your application ASAP.

Here at the ADF we encourage cultural diversity, and our programs are reflective of our community partners, stakeholders, and community at large. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are highly encouraged to apply.

If you have any queries about the role, please contact Allison Reid, State Manager NSW/ACT

We look forward to hearing from you!

• Professional 3 (Remuneration Package $127,522 - $142,618)
• Families – Central Australia
• Ongoing vacancy in Alice Springs

Alice Springs Child Protection are seeking applications from experienced and enthusiastic practitioners to lead and deliver high quality, culturally appropriate and effective statutory and non-statutory welfare services within Department of Territory Families, Housing and Communities. Work within a supportive and diverse team who work creatively to improve the wellbeing of individuals, groups and communities, and take advantage of the endless possibilities for adventure and a healthy work-life balance.

What’s on offer

• Diverse service in a culturally rich environment.
• Experienced and engaged team to support you.
• Access to continuing professional development to improve your skills and knowledge.
• Unique location – experience the real Australia with large skies, far horizons, rustic and unique landscapes.

For further information about this vacancy please contact: Andrew Walder on 08 8955 6001 or Andrew Andrew

Quote vacancy number: 4197
Closing date: 21.08.2024

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit Our job site
Send applications here

Advanced Child Protection Practitioners (various roles)

Metro & Regional Available (State Wide)

Benefits

• A strong commitment to develop and support Child Protection Practitioners
• Work collaboratively with your team to strengthen case practice and to provide effective service delivery
• Highly rewarding career opportunities

Being a Child Protection Practitioner means making real change to the lives of our communities most vulnerable children and families. A career in child protection will provide a range of professional pathways that support your personal growth and development. We offer a supportive team approach, quality supervision with great training and development.

Salary

• Advanced Child Protection Practitioner (CPP4) $90,067 to $102,192

About the roles

We are looking for entry level (CPP3) and experienced child protection/child and family welfare professionals (CPP4 & CPP5) to join our child protection teams. Advanced Child Protection Practitioners work with more complex cases and situations. You need a minimum of two years case work experience in child and family social work.

Key responsibilities include

• Assessing children and young people who are in need of protection
• Conducting risk assessments and investigations
• Working collaboratively with families, community services organisations and other professionals to develop and implement effective plans for children
• Managing complex cases, problem solving and presenting matters to the Children's Court of Victoria as required
• Be responsible for supporting and developing Child Protection Practitioners in the integration of theory and practice while demonstrating your expertise through case practice
• Working collaboratively with the Team Manager to strengthen case practice
• Provide effective service delivery and support other practitioners

To be a child protection practitioner you need a current and valid driver's licence, a Working With Children Check and a recognised Social Work, Psychology or Community Work qualification.

Make the decision to pursue a fulfilling professional career and make a difference in vulnerable children's lives.

For more information about the role descriptions of Child Protection Practitioners at different levels, please email childprotectionjobs@dffh.vic.gov.au or visit https://childprotectionjobs.dffh.vic.gov.au/roles