Work type:
35 hrs per week
Salary:
$73,****** to $80,****** + 12% superannuation
Employment Type:
Full Time Permanent
Closing date:
9pm, Sunday 23 August ****
The City of Parramatta is in the midst of significant growth and transformation.
With a community that brings together many cultures, skills and stories, a changing skyline and current investments, this is an exciting time to be part of the journey.
Parramatta **** gives us a clear picture of where we're heading; a connected, creative and sustainable City with opportunities for everyone.
Every role at City of Parramatta contributes to this next chapter, helping us build a strong, thriving Parramatta for the people who live, work and spend time here.
About the role
This position is responsible for delivering best practice support to individuals and groups across Community Care focused on people over 55 years, people with disabilities and carers.
In this role you will:
Deliver flexible, participant‐centred support across individual and group activities to enhance health, wellbeing, and social connection, while meeting KPIs
Manage and coordinate caseload, including assessment, planning, service delivery, referrals, and exits
Facilitate group activities in an enabling way, empowering participants to take ownership and reduce reliance on formal supports
Support and guide volunteers to deliver quality services
Manage and resolve day‐to‐day issues, escalating where required
What's on offer
We are offering a full-time permanent opportunity with a competitive remuneration package from
$73,****** to $80,****** plus 12% superannuation
.
Your employee experience with City of Parramatta includes:
Flexibility:
Hybrid working conditions, flexi‐time scheme, additional leave over the Christmas period
Leave:




14 weeks paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave, Long service leave after 5 years
Wellbeing:
Employee led networks (ERGs), Fitness passport, Flu vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Ongoing wellbeing initiatives, Health insurance discounts.
Location & Convenience:
Central Parramatta location, discounted parking, Novated leasing available
Growth:
Learning and development programs, leadership pathways, free LinkedIn Learning
About you
The successful candidate should have a m inimum two years' experience working in the community sector applying best practice approaches and work with a diverse range of people.
You will also bring the following skills:
Delivering best practice support to individuals and groups focused on participants achievement of goals
Self‐motivated with the ability to work independently, and as part of a team
Ability to meet strict deadlines and work under pressure
Ability to source and support people into valued community networks and activities
Intermediate computer literacy including Microsoft suite of products and other applications.
To be considered for this role, you must meet the essential requirements in the Position Description, including:
Qualifications/Licences:
Current Driver's license
Current First Aid certificate
Food Safety certificate or able to attain within the first 3 months of employment




Certificate 4 in relevant community sector qualification (desirable)
Want to know more?
Review our
Values Flyer
to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work.
For a confidential discussion, please contact
Gabby Summerhays
via
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.
Please note: Candidates who do not meet the essential qualification and licence requirements may not progress through the recruitment process.
This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo the below pre-employment compliance checks:
Criminal history check: A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.
The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol free working environment.
Employees may be subject to random testing.
How we work: Inclusion & Belonging
At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work.
We're building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences.
We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.
We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment – contact ****** for a confidential discussion.
Eligibility:
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position.
Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.
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