Job Description

Community Development Worker (Part-Time Fixed Term) n

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- 3 days per week Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9:00am to 4:30pm
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- $40.49 per hour (SCHADS Level 3.1) + Super + salary packaging up to $18,550 (Pay less tax)
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- Based in Ultimo, NSW | Free parking and accessible by public transport
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Applications close: 11:55pm, Wednesday, 23rd September 2026

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Make a meaningful difference for children, families and your local community

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We’re looking for a passionate and organised Community Development Worker to join the Harris Community Centre in Ultimo on a fixed-term, part-time contract (3 days per week) for 12 months to provide leave coverage.

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This is a hand-on, centre-based role where you’ll plan and deliver family programs, connect families with local services and create opportunities for children, parents and carers to build relationships and participate in their community.

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You’ll become a familiar and trusted presence for families, children, volunteers, students and community partners.

About the Role n

As a Community Development Worker , you’ll help strengthen the local community by developing programs, activities and events that bring families together, build confidence and connection, and reduce social isolation.

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Working closely with the Centre Coordinator, families, community organisations, volunteers and students, you’ll create meaningful opportunities for people to connect, participate and feel supported.

Key responsibilities include n

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- Develop and deliver engaging community programs, playgroups, events and parent/child activities.
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- Welcome families and connect them with relevant services, information and community resources.
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- Build strong relationships with schools, health services, community organisations and local service providers.
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- Support and coordinate volunteers and students involved in centre programs and activities.
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- Maintain accurate client records, data, reporting, compliance and safety requirements.
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- Help grow the profile of the Centre and Uniting through community engagement, social media postings and collaboration with communications teams.
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- Support community planning and outreach, identifying opportunities that respond to local needs.
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- Represent the centre at community events, forums and local activities.
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For more information, please read the Community Development Worker Position Description

What You’ll Bring n

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- At least one year experience working with families and diverse communities.
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- A person-centred approach , with a passion for helping people build confidence, connection and capacity.
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- Experience delivering community programs, family activities or community development initiatives .
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- Confidence planning and coordinating engaging events and parent/child activities .
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- Strong organisation and time-management skills , with the ability to work independently and juggle priorities.
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- Great communication and relationship-building skills , with the confidence to connect with a wide range of people and community partners.
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- An interest in sharing community stories and promoting programs through social media and other channels.
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- Positive administration, data collection and reporting skills with strong attention to detail.
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Qualifications nn
- A Diploma of Social Science or an equivalent relevant qualifications
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- Currentpaid NSW WWCC
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- Current First Aid Certificate
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- Ability to speak a second language
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- Experience documenting client experiences in client record management systems such as Carelink+.
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- Previous event design and management experience within local communities.
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- Previous experience working in early learning or early childhood environments.
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What we offer you nn
- Maximum allowable up to $18,550 salary packaging available (pro-rata)(visit more information).
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- Referral bonus can be generously rewarded for referring a friend who joins Uniting.
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- Free parking available
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- The centre is accessible by public transport
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- Affordable access to Fitness Passport - discounted gym memberships to support you...
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📌 Community Development Worker (Part-Time Fixed Term) (Sydney)
🏢 Uniting NSW & ACT
📍 Sydney