Community Awareness and Engagement OfficerPart-time, 48 hours fortnight (3 days per week)Taree locationheadspace Taree is operated by Samaritans Foundation and part of a national initiative to deliver improvements in the mental health, social wellbeing and economic participation of young people aged 12-25. About the opportunityWorking within a multidisciplinary team at our Taree Centre, you will focus on community capacity building, youth participation, community awareness and education and training activities designed to raise awareness and understanding of youth mental health. Applicants will need to be able to develop and/or link with a range of creative youth friendly programs and strategies that attract and engage young people.Why Work for us? Newcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work. As a part of a faith-based organisation, you have access to the following great benefits: Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools Salary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight) Discounted private health insurance through Medibank Career and development opportunities – we want you to flourish! Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport Program Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program Paid parental leave (after 12 months of service) About youTertiary qualifications in an appropriate discipline or extensive demonstrated experience in – health promotion, public health, social sciences, communication/marketing, education or youth work.Awareness of the health issues affecting children and young people and in particular children and young people experiencing mental health problemsSound knowledge of health promotion and social marketing principlesProven ability to utilise a strengths-based approach to communicate and develop respectful and professional relationships with young people 12 – 25 yearsExperience in providing training and group activities that facilitate opportunities for young people to develop appropriate skillsDemonstrated willingness and ability to work within a teamExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent computer skills (MS Word, PowerPoint, internet, social media platforms, email and publishing software)Able to work flexible hours and days to accommodate the needs of the communityThe successful applicant will possess or willingness to obtain the following: NSW Working with Children Check, First aid & CPR certificate, Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate (2 doses), and undertake a pre-employment functional medical. DesirablesExperience in writing and editing written and web based social media publicationsGrant writing experienceAccreditation running evidence-based group programs or mental health trainingAttendance at a suicide risk assessment training such as ASIST, Blackdog Adv Training in Suicide Prevention, etc.Who we are? Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast. We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans. Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus. We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications. For more information visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au or email the talent team at careers@newcastleanglican.org.au You must have the right to live and work in Australia. Samaritans promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people.
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