Job Description

Blue Mountains & Lithgow Hub Coordinator

Connect Children and Families | Part-Time (24 hours per week) | SCHADS Level 5

Lead programs that strengthen children, families and communities.

At Connect Children and Families, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. Through connection, kindness and social justice, we work alongside children, families and communities to create positive and lasting change.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Hub Coordinator to lead our Child and Family Services across the Blue Mountains and Lithgow regions. This is an exciting opportunity to combine leadership, community engagement and program development in a role that genuinely makes a difference.

About the Role

As the Blue Mountains & Lithgow Hub Coordinator, you will provide leadership and oversight across a range of child and family programs, ensuring services are responsive, inclusive and deliver meaningful outcomes for local families.

Working closely with staff, community partners and stakeholders, you will help shape and strengthen services that support children in their critical early years.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and support a diverse team of passionate professionals.
• Oversee the delivery of high-quality programs that meet funding, compliance and organisational requirements.
• Build strong relationships with families, community organisations and key stakeholders.
• Identify emerging community needs and contribute to the development of responsive services.
• Ensure programs reflect child-safe, inclusive and strengths-based practice.
• Monitor program outcomes, reporting requirements and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Represent Connect within community networks, forums and partnerships.

About You

You are a collaborative and values-driven leader who is passionate about supporting children and families to thrive.

You will bring:

• Qualifications in Community Services, Early Childhood Education, Social Work or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in program coordination, family support, community services or a similar role.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, guide and develop others.
• Sound understanding of child development, family-centred practice and community engagement.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A commitment to inclusion, cultural responsiveness and child safety.

Why Join Connect?

At Connect Children and Families, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a workplace where staff feel supported, valued and empowered to make a difference.

What We Offer

• Salary Packaging (PBI) – increase your take-home pay through tax-effective salary packaging options.
• Additional Wellbeing Leave – because your wellbeing matters.
• Flexible Part-Time Hours – 24 hours per week to support work-life balance.
• Professional Development Opportunities – ongoing learning and career growth.
• Supportive Team Culture – work alongside passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Purpose-Driven Work – make a genuine impact on the lives of children and families in your local community.

Child Safety Commitment

Connect Children and Families is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. All appointments are subject to relevant screening checks and compliance requirements.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced leader who is passionate about strengthening families, building community connections and creating positive outcomes for children, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us in creating positive change for children, families and communities across the Blue Mountains and Lithgow.