Community and Stakeholder Engagement CoordinatorPosted: 21/08/2026Closing Date: 09/09/2026Job Type: Permanent - Part TimeLocation: SunshineJob Category: Community Services and DevelopmentAbout the organisationJesuit Social Services is a social change organisation working to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential.
We reflect on the critical factors shaping our contemporary world; the social, political and economic contexts, and we adapt our practice to work with those most in need.Since ****, Jesuit Social Services has provided services to some of the most disadvantaged in our community.We place a high priority on advocacy and are a leader in policy development and research.About the programThe Royal Commission into Victoria's Mental Health System *****) highlighted the important role played by families, carers and supporters in contributing to the wellbeing of people who are experiencing mental health challenges, psychological distress, mental illness, or substance use issues.
To better recognise and support families, carers and supporters, Mental Health and Wellbeing Connect Centres have been established in each Victorian region.The Mental Health and Wellbeing Connect Centres are led by the experiences of people who have lived/living experience of supporting someone with mental health challenges and/or substance use challenges.
The Mental Health and Wellbeing Connect Centres provide a warm and welcoming space available to family, carers, kin and supporters of all ages and backgrounds, with no need for a referral.
They provide opportunities to connect with peers along with tailored information, resources, advocacy, support (individually and group work),



and access to brokerage funds through Tandem's Carer Support Fund.Jesuit Social Services has been funded to deliver the Western Metro Mental Health and Wellbeing Connect Centre (the 'Centre').
In establishing this exciting initiative, Jesuit Social Services is committed to engaging with and employing people with a lived/living experience of support or caring for people who have a mental health and/or substance related issue.Jesuit Social Services' Western Metro Mental Health and Wellbeing Connect Centre is contracted to deliver services two evenings a week and on Saturdays.Job DescriptionAbout the roleWe are seeking a part-time (0.6 FTE) highly motivated, qualified, skilled and enthusiastic individual to join our team at the Western Metro Mental Health and Wellbeing Connect centre located in the Sunshine area.Competitive remuneration, plus salary packaging benefit, is offered together with ongoing professional and career development as well as opportunities for personal growth.What Jesuit Social Services can offer youAn organisation that lives its values,



through its day to day workA welcoming and supportive relational environmentA comprehensive Induction and Orientation programOngoing training and development related to your roleEmployee assistance programA market-competitive salary plus salary packaging benefitsGenerous leaveDesired Skills and ExperienceAbout youThis role will suit a candidate with the following skills and experience:Tertiary qualification/s and/or relevant experience in fieldExtensive experience in community and stakeholder engagementFamiliarity with and sensitivity to the experience of carers of those with mental health and/or substance use issuesLived or living experience as a family member, carer or supporter of someone with mental health challenges, or substance use challenges is highly desirableAbility to conduct oneself and undertake role responsibilities in a waywhich reflects and upholds theorganisation'sidentity and ethos(asencapsulated in ourpurpose,vision,missionandvalues).
Capacity to engage in reflective processes that are aimed at strengthening and deepening a collective commitment to theorganisation'sidentity and ethos.Applications close at 5.00pm on Wednesday 9 September ****.Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the closing date may be subject to change without notice.Jesuit Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
We celebrate and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, cultural background, age, gender, sexuality, disability or religious affiliation.We strongly encourage applications from all community members including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people with a disability, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and working parents.Jesuit Social Services is a Child Safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm.
We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
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📌 Community And Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator (Victoria)
🏢 Jesuit Social Services
📍 Victoria