Neighbourhood Centre / Community Centre

We are seeking to employ a candidate eligible for the JCPP for a part time role starting at 3 days per week 9am to 3.30pm (weekdays) (18 hours).

The role will be made up of approx 50% physical work such as organising Food boxes, cooking BBQ’s and cleaning and 50% admin such as emails,data collection, assisting clients to fill out forms and provide information and referral information, assist with grants and craft and walking groups etc.

Workplace Health & Safety  

• Employees and Volunteers must be Vaccinated for COVID19
• Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and report any WH&S issues or concerns to your Supervisor in a timely manner
• Comply, so far as is reasonably able, with any reasonable instruction that is given by the person conducting the business to allow the person to comply with this Act, policies and procedures
• Assist with WHS, risk assessments, PPE, chemical registers, ensuring PPE, First Aid Certificates, AED and First Aid Kits are current are maintained
• Follow policies and procedures

General Office Administration and Centre Activities  

• Assist with seek and acquit grants and donations for programs and events
• Maintain a pleasant and secure working environment
• Assist with daily activities and operations of the office staff and volunteers and contractors, WFD and students
• Assist with general office duties, answering phones, greeting clients and partners, dealing with enquiries and complaints
• Assist with BBQ’s and events
•            Assist with marketing material including newsletters, posters, flyers, social media (Facebook), website, emails and external advertising
• Report to Office Supervisor
• Ensure all cleaning and general maintenance tasks are completed
• Utilise electronic calendar to manage work time effectively
• Notify Office Supervisor of any of stock or equipment that may be required to purchase
• Assistance with the care, cleanliness and presentation of the Centres grounds, buildings, vehicles, gardens and chicken coop.
• Assistance with set ups for programs and other functions
• Participation in Food Programs
• Sort donations

Community Development and Early Intervention

• Greet and assist clients and families, provide appropriate support, provide information and referral
• Adhere to Mandatory reporting procedure that includes, ROSH reports, that Working with Children’s Checks
• Assist with programs and partnerships such as Playgroups
• Assist with seeking donations from partnerships
• Build and maintain relationships and Networking
• Assist with consultations and research community partners, statistics, needs, gaps and development
• Assist with local events such as ANZAC Day, NAIDOC Week etc
• Establish and maintain positive professional relationships with centre patrons, community members, young people, venue users, and key stakeholders.

Additional Information

• Employment will be subject to the clearance of Working with Children, Criminal History and referee checks, must have or willing to get a current  First Aid Certificate
• Ensure compliance with the Policies and Procedures of the Sugarvalley Neighbourhood Centre
• Out of hours work may be required
• This role will be paid under the SCHADS Award

Criteria – Skills/Experience

• Experience with Microsoft and general IT
• Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks
• Self-starter who requires minimal supervision
• Demonstrated communication skills both oral/written
• Demonstrate a “Can do” and positive non-judgemental approach
• Initiative and attention to detail
• Experience in working with diverse demographic groups
• Flexible to a changing environment
• Valid current Drivers Licence