Job Description
Local Community Connector | APS4
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Work with individuals, service providers and communities to gather information and support access to services.
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Build strong, culturally respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
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Provide information about government, mainstream and community services and supports.
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Assist with developing community connection plans and undertake regular participant check-ins.
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Monitor supports and ensure appropriate follow-up and administration is completed.
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Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to provide advice and resolve enquiries.
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Apply relevant legislation, policies and procedures in your day-to-day work.
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The successful candidate must also be able to obtain and maintain relevant Working with
Children/Vulnerable
Persons, worker screening, pre-engagement and government security clearances, as required.
About You n
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Strong understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.
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Demonstrated cultural awareness and respectful community engagement skills.
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Experience in community engagement,



service delivery or a similar client-focused role.
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Robust communication, administration and stakeholder management skills.
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Ability to work independently, use sound judgement and manage competing priorities.
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Role Requirements n
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Travel to regional and remote locations, including overnight stays.
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Visits to community locations and individuals' homes.
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Driving long distances, including on unsealed roads.
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Regular face-to-face and telephone engagement.
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A current driver's licence.
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DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability.
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In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process.
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If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via or and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
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📌 Aps4 Local Community Connector - Carnarvon
🏢 Government client (agency undisclosed)
📍 Carnarvon