Community Development Worker

The Kanwal / Gorokan Community Centre is a multi-purpose site which aims to meet the needs of individual’s and families in our community by offering a range of spaces and services.About this roleAs our Community Development Worker you will wear a number of hats to ensure the smooth running of our Community Hub including  Playing a key role in revitalising engagement and connection with community through the Kanwal / Gorokan Hub.Ensuring the hub is a welcoming and safe space for people to visitHost community partners who use the hub for playgroups, workshops and meetingsCoordinate the intake of referrals to services within and outside of the HubIdentify unaddressed needs of the community and how we can effectively meet these needsBuild partnership with other stakeholders to facilitate new bookings and use of the centreTerms: Permanent Part Time role based at KanwalSome of the benefits we offerWe set you up for success with a buddy, structured orientation & mobile toolsWe celebrate the best live moments; the small acts that make a differenceSelf care is important; purchase additional leaveSalary packaging, meals and entertainment card and discount program availableNovated leases & pool cars availableWhat you need to succeed?As an experienced Community Development Worker, Youth Worker, or Case Worker you will haveExperience in running a Community Centre/ Hub or in Community DevelopmentCapacity to build productive networks and connections in a community settingCommunity engagement experience; identifying service gaps and creating effectively solutionsCollaborative approach with the ability to work autonomouslyIdeally A relevant qualification is desirable but not mandatory.Current driver’s licenseInterested? Apply online today!Call Dale Keehne on 0417 908 314 to discuss the role in more detail. Closing date 18 March 2018Internally this role is called a Community Development Worker.Position Profile 30 AUD Australia - NSW Dubbo & Central NSW Kanwal 2259