• Seeking a Community Engagement Officer
• 28 hours per week

about us

Blacktown Area Community Centres Inc. (BACC) is a well-established, well-regarded community-based incorporated association, registered as a Charity.

Guided by social justice principles, BACC empowers individuals and families to actively participate in community life by providing a holistic range of strategic, accessible and inclusive initiatives that are responsive to the needs of the community.

about the role 

We are currently seeking a Community Engagement Officer to assist in the development and delivery of a wide range of community programs within the Blacktown local government area. Applicants must be skilled and experienced in community consultation, service planning/delivery and partnership development with other human services agencies.

Selection Criteria

Essential:

• Qualifications in Community Services field.
• Demonstrated experience of engaging and working with a diverse range of families and stakeholders.
• Confident communication and community engagement skills specifically in facilitation, presentation, negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Knowledge of early childhood and family support service systems for families and children
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategies to engage families and provide support in a variety of settings.
• Demonstrated ability to develop resources which meet the needs of service users.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to create referral pathways.
• Demonstrated ability to identify the information requirements of service users.
• Demonstrated ability to work with both a high measure of independence and as a contributing member of a team.
• Excellent computer skills in basic Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake the administrative workload associated with the position especially data collection and other evidence based gathering activities relevant to reporting on program performance.
• Good understanding of the compliance framework of a community service including child protection, WHS, anti-discrimination legislation etc.
• First Aid Certificate (or capacity and willingness to acquire one).
• Current C Class driver’s license and comprehensively insured vehicle available for use during working hours.
• The ability to work flexible hours and travel around the Blacktown local government area.
• A current and valid Working with Children’s Check (WWCC)
• At least two doses of approved COVID 19 Vaccinations

Desirable:

• Familiarity with the Blacktown local government area.
• Trained in 3a Abecedarian Approach

In line with BACC’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, applications are encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Click 'Apply Now' below to submit your application or post to PO Box 4105 Marayong 2148.

Please contact Helen Gledhill or Jaime Mack on 9626 5312 if you require any further information on this position.

A position description is attached.

Further information relating to BACC and its activities and programs can be found on www.bacc.org.au.