Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are strongly encouraged to apply. $15,899 worth of salary packaging, and another $2,650 on meals entertainment & vacation accommodation via our salary sacrifice partner, potentially increasing your take home pay by $6,399 per annum.Opportunity to work for an Aboriginal community controlled organisation (ACCO) and assist Aboriginal People and Communities.Work from our modern offices in Mile End 5031 with access to onsite parking.Learn and develop with our growing team.About the role: This is a fixed-term contract of one year, with the potential to become ongoing based on an assessment towards the end of how this position has benefited the Elders/Clients.
The Community Programs Coordinator is responsible for the development, implementation and coordination of community based programs, social activities and assisting with major events for clients. This includes but is not limited to regular social activities; ongoing or once off cultural activities/events, wellbeing and lifestyle projects with the aim of enhancing involvement in the community, reducing social isolation, improving social and emotional well being of clients and assisting clients to participate in stimulating and therapeutic activities. The Coordinator is also involved in identifying opportunities for social wellbeing activities for clients with disabilities, challenging behaviours and those at risk of social isolation.
This position will work closely with the General Manager Metro Client Services and the Adelaide Metro client services team as well as support the General Manager Service Development with major event planning and coordination as required.
Responsibilities: Develop culturally safe social programs/activities that are inclusive to all Elders across the Adelaide Metropolitan aged care planning regionsDevelop financially sustainable social programs in line with budgeting requirements and clients HCP and CHSP programs funding guidelinesPromote events and activities strategically to ensure optimal participationScheduling of client attendance into the client management system to ensure appropriate charges are applied and data/outputs are reflected correctlySupport clients to attend and participate in groups/activities based on their individual needsDevelop strong working relationships with external community organisations, councils and stakeholdersLiase with transport coordinators to provide clients with transport to and from groups/activitiesIncrease and sustain CHSP/HCP clients participation in social groups/activitiesEnsure the secure management of client and organisational confidential information and compliance with privacy policies and legislationProvide regular reports to General Manager Client ServicesIdentify business development opportunities to support both organisational growth and continuous improvement activitiesAwareness of risk in a community setting, develop strategies and intervention to safeguard clients and workers.Develop strong collaborative relationship with other ACS staff / programs and external agencies to deliver seamless and integrated client servicesIncidents (SIRS Reporting), feedback, complaints and improvements reporting to be created in an accurate and timely manner and in accordance with legislation, ACS policies and procedures.Undertaking duties where delegated by General Manager, Client ServicesComply with all ACS Policy and Procedures and perform all tasks and responsibilities to the level required.Assist General Manager Service Development with planning and coordination of major events as required.About you: To be successful you will possess a natural ability to communicate and actively engage clients in a meaningful and positive manner. Your strong resilience, attention to detail and accuracy, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment will see you succeed in this role. Previous experience working with Aboriginal people is highly regarded but not essential. You must bring prior relevant experience as a Community Programs Coordinator for Elders/Clients in an aged care setting. You must possess unrestricted work rights in Australia. You must have an unrestricted driver's license & a recent national police check.
Aboriginal Community Services (ACS) is a non-profit provider of residential aged care, home and community services. For more information about ACS please visit
We kindly request that placement agencies refrain from contacting us regarding candidates for this vacancy. Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?How many years' experience do you have as a Community Engagement Coordinator?How many years' experience do you have as a Community Programs Officer?Do you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander?#J-18808-Ljbffr