Permanent Full-Time Opportunity: Secure a stable and long-term role with our dedicated teamBased at Woolloomooloo: Enjoy a central location while working across sites at Woolloomooloo and DarlinghurstImpactful Community Work: Lead initiatives that drive community-led change and transformationAre you passionate about driving community-led change and transformation? Do you want to be part of an organization that truly makes a difference? HopeStreet, part of BaptistCare's Community Services & Housing Division, is seeking a dedicated and dynamic individual to join as a Community Development Pathways Leader.
Benefits Salary packaging + meal and entertainment cardFinancial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefitsAccess to in-house learning and development programs to assist your career growthAccess to family friendly benefits like our wellness programs and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Independent confidential counselling serviceSupportive, positive team environment and be valued for what you doAbout the Role: At BaptistCare HopeStreet, we seek to transform the lives of people in our communities who are living with disadvantage or experiencing great personal trials. Our team works together to create trusted places where people gather, community is strong, and lives are transformed. We walk with each person to understand the unique circumstances of their life and we empower them to live well through practical and reliable support.
As the Community Development Pathways Leader, your role will be leading the Community Development implementation of the Community Services and Housing Strategy across the HopeStreet Hub, focused on driving community-led change and transformation. You will play a crucial part in nurturing the growth and development of place-based, community led approaches, providing strategic team leadership to bring about impactful and sustainable change through place-based collaboration and co-design.
About You: Essential Qualifications & Experience Degree or post grad qualifications in Community Development, Social work or related fieldExperience working in a Community Services environment and Community DevelopmentHold valid NSW Drivers LicenceHold a current Working with Children CheckHold a current First Aid Certificate or be willing to obtain a first aid certificateEssential Competencies Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of BaptistCare's Christian identity and promote the organisation's values through interactions at workDemonstrated ability to lead and work as part of a teamAbility in creating, developing and implementing program plans within the Best Practice Frameworks of the Community Service Sector.High level of negotiation skills and the ability to liaise with key stakeholdersStrong leadership and management skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills including computer skillsDemonstrate problem solving and conflict resolution skillsDemonstrate mediation knowledge and skillsAbout Us: BaptistCare is a leading for-purpose Christian-based care organisation that supports thousands of people across more than 100 locations in NSW, ACT and WA. From humble beginnings in 1944, BaptistCare has grown into one of the nation's most respected care and community services providers. We create strong and caring communities and place people at the centre of all we do.
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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