The Royal Children's Hospital

Community Engagement Worker (Next Generation)

The Royal Children's Hospital  •  Commonwealth of Australia (Onsite)  •  6 hours ago
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Job Description

Number of Positions Available:

1

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

Why this role matters 

The Salvation Army (Salvos)  Corps is a Christian Church in the heart of Ballarat. We share the love of Jesus by caring for people, creating faith pathways, building healthy communities, and working for justice. The Salvos offer hope, purpose, and fulfillment for anyone seeking connection, guidance, social support and community.  

About the role

As a Next Gen Community Engagement Worker, this is your opportunity to build trusted relationships with children, young people, and families experiencing disadvantage, supporting their wellbeing through school and community connections.

Reporting to the Corp Officer Team Leader, this is a 2 year max-term, part-time role offering 20 hours a week, located in Ballarat, VIC.

How you will make an impact 

  • Builds strong, trusted relationships with schools, acting as a key contact for student wellbeing and support needs
  • Engages school staff to identify and respond to challenges facing disadvantaged children, young people, and families
  • Coordinates targeted, discreet practical assistance (e.g. food programs, school supplies) aligned with identified needs
  • Develops positive, professional relationships with young people, supporting wellbeing through presence and respectful engagement
  • Facilitates pathways between schools, families, and Salvation Army services through collaboration with local teams
  • Maintains accurate records, participates in team processes, and ensures compliance with policies, funding, and professional standards

What you will bring

  • Experience in youth work, community engagement, education support, wellbeing, or a related field (formal qualifications desirable but not essential).
  • Demonstrated experience working with children, young people, and/or families, particularly those experiencing disadvantage.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with schools, teams, and community partners.
  • Clear understanding of professional boundaries and a strong commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
  • Current Working With Children Check.
  • Current driver’s licence and willingness to travel locally.

What we offer

  • Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit. 
  • Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities. 
  • Flexible working arrangements. 
  • Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport 
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days) 
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency. 
  • Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts

How to apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role.  Together we can build a brighter future. 

Applications will closeas soon as a suitable candidate is secured.  

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration

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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