The Royal Children's Hospital

CAYLUS - Community Development Worker - L5.1 PFT

The Royal Children's Hospital  •  $107k - $112k/yr  •  Alice Springs, AU (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

The CAYLUS Community Development Worker will play a pivotal role in fostering community engagement and development initiatives in Alice Springs, Northern Territory. This position is essential for enhancing local partnerships, promoting social inclusion, and driving sustainable community projects. The successful candidate will work closely with diverse community groups to identify needs and implement effective solutions, contributing to the overall well-being and resilience of the community.

Responsibilities:

  • Facilitate community engagement activities to promote participation and collaboration among local residents.
  • Develop and implement community development projects that address identified needs and priorities.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with community stakeholders, including local organisations, government agencies, and residents.
  • Conduct needs assessments and gather feedback to inform project planning and evaluation.
  • Provide support and guidance to community groups in capacity building and resource management.
  • Monitor and evaluate the impact of community initiatives, reporting on outcomes and recommendations for improvement.
  • Organise workshops, training sessions, and events to enhance community skills and knowledge.
  • Advocate for community interests and represent the organisation in local forums and meetings.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Social Work, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 5 years' experience in community development or a similar role.
  • Demonstrated ability to engage and work effectively with diverse community groups.
  • Strong project management skills, with experience in planning, implementing, and evaluating community initiatives.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust.
  • Proficiency in using digital tools and platforms for community engagement and project management.
  • A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel within the region as required.
The Royal Children's Hospital

About The Royal Children's Hospital

The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) has been providing outstanding care for Victoria's children and their families for over 147 years.

We are the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and our care extends to children from Tasmania, southern New South Wales and other states around Australia and overseas.

With a passionate, highly skilled and committed staff campus wide of over 5,000, we provide a full range of clinical services, tertiary care and health promotion and prevention programs for children and young people.

We are the designated state-wide major trauma centre for paediatrics in Victoria and a Nationally Funded Centre for cardiac and liver transplantation.

When it comes to training and research we partner with the very best. Our campus partners, the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute (MCRI) and The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, along with the RCH Foundation, are on site with the hospital in Parkville. Together, we are committed to improving the health outcomes for children today and in the future.

In 2016–17, more than 85,654 children attended our Emergency Department, 322,291 specialist clinic appointments were held which was almost 70,000 more than the previous year, more than 17,000 surgeries were performed and more than 48,552 children were admitted to our wards.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Parkville, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
org.au
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