Community Education and Development Officer

About UsRelationships Australia Queensland (RAQ) is a leading provider of relationship and family support services.  We believe healthy relationships are essential for the well-being of children, families and communities.  We are committed to offering the best possible counselling, mediation, education and support services, and are committed to social justice and inclusion. Find out more about our values, benefits and employee experience by watching this video!About the RoleWe are currently seeking applications for the permanent full time (37.5 hours per week) role of Community Education and Development Officer with a component of Pathways Community Development Officer within the Family Law Pathways Network (FLPN) program located at our Cairns venue. The purpose of this role is to promote the services offered by the Family Relationship Centre by developing and delivering relevant educational programs and building relationships with local stakeholders. The key responsibilities of this position include:Actively promote the Family Relationship Centre and its services within the local community.Develop and deliver a variety of innovative educational programs and events to meet the needs of families at all different stages of relationships.Undertake active networking and liaison activities within industry, with community agencies and the media to represent family relationship issues at the community level.Work with local media in service area locations to strengthen relationships and distribute RAQ endorsed media materials.Develop and implement resources and material that provide an understanding of the services offered by the Family Relationship Centre.Actively participate in outreach of the Family Relationship Centre services to the designated regions.In consultation with the Team Leader, conduct systematic evaluation and research into the effectiveness of the education and outreach programs.Maintain and record data as required by the Funding body.Work days/hours will be negotiated with the successful applicant (opportunity for flexible working arrangement), however please note that the position holder will be required for occasional evening work for networking events. About YouTo be successful in this position, you will have:Relevant undergraduate qualification in Social or Behavioural Sciences, Psychology, Counselling, Social Work or Community DevelopmentDemonstrated ability to develop resources and material suitable for distribution internally and externally.Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver education and awareness programs.Ability to rapidly acquire and confidently talk to company (program) information.Understanding of theoretical frameworks and models of adult education and community development.Sound knowledge and application of current and relevant legislation and regulations.What We Can Offer You!The salary being offered is between $84,426.28 to $ 96,580.61per annum pro rata for part time, to be negotiated depending upon qualifications and experience, plus superannuation. We also offer our employees as follows:Work-life balance and flexible working hoursAdditional annual leave over the Christmas period, annual leave loading and study leaveA supportive team environment and opportunity for professional developmentSalary packaging options available of up to $15,900, which will significantly increase the value of take-home payPaid parental leave, Study Leave and additional benefits such as medical insurance discountsHow to Apply To apply, send us your resume and a cover letter, outlining your demonstrated experience in each area. Applications can be submitted by clicking the Apply Now button below.Please note that We will be reviewing applications as they’re received, so we encourage you to submit your application before closer to advertisement.Application closed at 4pm on 25 October 2024HR - PD - Community Education and Development OfficerHR - PD - Pathways Community Development Officer AUD Cairns 4870

Community Education and Development Officer

About Us

Relationships Australia Queensland (RAQ) is a leading provider of relationship and family support services.  We believe healthy relationships are essential for the well-being of children, families and communities.  We are committed to offering the best possible counselling, mediation, education and support services, and are committed to social justice and inclusion. Find out more about our values, benefits and employee experience by watching this video!

About the Role

We are currently seeking applications for the permanent full time (37.5 hours per week) role of Community Education and Development Officer with a component of Pathways Community Development Officer within the Family Law Pathways Network (FLPN) program located at our Cairns venue. 

The purpose of this role is to promote the services offered by the Family Relationship Centre by developing and delivering relevant educational programs and building relationships with local stakeholders. 

The key responsibilities of this position include:

  • Actively promote the Family Relationship Centre and its services within the local community.
  • Develop and deliver a variety of innovative educational programs and events to meet the needs of families at all different stages of relationships.
  • Undertake active networking and liaison activities within industry, with community agencies and the media to represent family relationship issues at the community level.
  • Work with local media in service area locations to strengthen relationships and distribute RAQ endorsed media materials.
  • Develop and implement resources and material that provide an understanding of the services offered by the Family Relationship Centre.
  • Actively participate in outreach of the Family Relationship Centre services to the designated regions.
  • In consultation with the Team Leader, conduct systematic evaluation and research into the effectiveness of the education and outreach programs.
  • Maintain and record data as required by the Funding body.

Work days/hours will be negotiated with the successful applicant (opportunity for flexible working arrangement), however please note that the position holder will be required for occasional evening work for networking events. 

About You

To be successful in this position, you will have:

  • Relevant undergraduate qualification in Social or Behavioural Sciences, Psychology, Counselling, Social Work or Community Development
  • Demonstrated ability to develop resources and material suitable for distribution internally and externally.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver education and awareness programs.
  • Ability to rapidly acquire and confidently talk to company (program) information.
  • Understanding of theoretical frameworks and models of adult education and community development.
  • Sound knowledge and application of current and relevant legislation and regulations.

What We Can Offer You!

The salary being offered is between $84,426.28 to $ 96,580.61per annum pro rata for part time, to be negotiated depending upon qualifications and experience, plus superannuation. We also offer our employees as follows:

  • Work-life balance and flexible working hours
  • Additional annual leave over the Christmas period, annual leave loading and study leave
  • A supportive team environment and opportunity for professional development
  • Salary packaging options available of up to $15,900, which will significantly increase the value of take-home pay
  • Paid parental leave, Study Leave and additional benefits such as medical insurance discounts

How to Apply
To apply, send us your resume and a cover letter, outlining your demonstrated experience in each area. Applications can be submitted by clicking the Apply Now button below.

Please note that We will be reviewing applications as they’re received, so we encourage you to submit your application before closer to advertisement.

Application closed at 4pm on 25 October 2024