Community Connector
What you’ll be doing
The Community Connector role is a community-focused position that supports local programs aimed at improving health, wellbeing, social inclusion, and community capacity building within social housing communities. The role involves working directly with tenants, volunteers, and partner organisations to plan, coordinate, and deliver group-based activities that respond to local needs. It also includes supporting volunteers, helping with basic administration and reporting, and contributing to program evaluation and continuous improvement. Overall, it’s a hands-on community engagement role that combines program delivery, volunteer coordination, and strong communication, with a focus on creating inclusive, protected, and connected communities.
What we’re looking for
- Experience in community, social or health program delivery
- Experience working with or supporting volunteers or groups
- Strong communication and people skills
- Ability to plan, coordinate and run community activities
- Able to work independently and manage priorities
- Understanding of inclusive, culturally respectful practice
- Basic awareness of WHS and safe work practices
- Police Check + Working With Children Check (required)
- Qualification in community services or related field
Above else, we’re looking for people who bring our values to life every day:
- People first: Every person matters.
- Built on integrity: Do the right thing.
- Relentless in delivery: Make an impact.
- Brave enough to lead: Challenge, innovate, improve.
If you’re someone who builds trust, works collaboratively, takes ownership, cares about the people you serve and makes others feel valued — you’ll fit right in.
What’s in it for you
At CHL, you'll be part of an organisation that's making a genuine difference in the lives of thousands of Australians every day. We offer:
- A purpose-driven role with meaningful national footprint that makes a real impact.
- A collaborative, supportive and inclusive workplace.
- Flexible work arrangements and opportunities for professional development
- One day off a year as ‘You Day’ to celebrate you
- Great salary + Super + Salary Packaging (increase your take home pay!) and much more.
Above all, joining CHL means being part of something bigger — making a meaningful difference and helping create a future where everyone has a place to call home.
About CHL At CHL, we’re working towards a world without housing poverty. As Australia’s largest regulated community housing provider, we’ve spent more than 30 years creating safe, secure and affordable homes where people can belong, thrive and build a brighter future. We’re a purpose-driven organisation, and our people are at the heart of what we do. Our values of Teamwork, Integrity, Service Excellence and Everyone Matters guide how we work, how we support our customers and how we make a difference in communities across Australia.
Our Recruitment Process
Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only, and CHL may close the advertisement early. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We aim to make our recruitment process clear, engaging, and respectful, keeping you informed along the way. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, CHL works closely with people from diverse backgrounds. CHL acknowledges the Traditional Aboriginal Owners of Country throughout Australia and pays respect to their culture and Elders past and present. Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a Police Check and any other role-specific checks.
Click here for the Position Description
To learn more about this role, please contact our Talent Partner, Maddie Zillman at
[email protected]. You can also learn more about us at Home | Community Housing Limited.
📌 Community Connector (Kempsey)
🏢 Community Housing
📍 Kempsey