- Employment Type: Part-Time Permanent
- Hours: 60.8 hours per fortnight
- Area: Shepparton

Primary Care Connect is a local, not-for-profit organisation who has proudly supported our community for over 30 years. Operating under the social model of health, we offer inclusive community health care services of the highest quality. We work collaboratively with our clients and other services to best support the health and wellbeing needs of all people. We pride ourselves on providing trauma informed, person centred and consumer driven care that allows people to take control of their lives and bring about meaningful change. To find out more about Primary Care Connect, please visit www.primarycareconnect.com.au

About the Role

This position reports to the Harm Reduction Manger and works within the Gamblers Help Team with the aim to raise awareness of gambling related harm to the community and to promote the Gamblers Help support services available at Primary Care Connect (PCC)

The community engagement officer will:

- Develop and implement a community engagement plan aligned with the funding requirements and identified needs.
- Monitor progress against the agreed activities and outcomes within the annual plan, and prepare mid-year and annual reports within required timeframes.
- Increase community awareness of gambling related harm, available support services and referral pathways.
- Deliver evidence based gambling harm prevention activities, education and awareness initiatives across the service catchment.
- Engage identified priority populations, including young people, First Nations communities, Multicultural communities and older adults.
- Promote and deliver the Department of Health’s “Be Ahead of the Game School Education Program“ (BAOTG) to schools across the catchment.
- Strengthen the capacity of health and community sector professionals to identify,



respond to and refer people experiencing gambling related harm
- Represent Primary Care Connect and Gamblers Help at relevant networks, events and community forums.

The service catchment for this program spans across Greater Shepparton, Moira, Strathbogie, Murrindindi and Mithell local government areas. This position requires service hours to be offered out of business hours on a needs basis.

Position Context

Reporting to the Harm Reduction Manager, this role is a key member of the Gamblers Help Team and will be based in Shepparton with non-overnight travel offsite as required. The role is expected to network with all other teams within Primary Care Connect providing referrals of other PCC Services to clients as appropriate.

Key Selection Criteria The following criteria must be met and addressed in applications for consideration for this position:

Essential

- Tertiary qualification in Public Health, Health Promotion, Community Services or related field
- Excellent knowledge, understanding and proven application of health promotion principles
- Demonstrated understanding of the impacts of Gambling on individuals, families and the community
- Demonstrated ability to identify, develop, implement and evaluate community education/health promotion projects
- Experience using technology to complete daily work tasks
- Professional and personal alignment with Primary Care Connect core values

Benefits and Perks Our Employee Value Proposition is more than a list of benefits — it’s the full experience of working with us.



From meaningful work and interesting projects to a genuine commitment to work-life balance, growth and inclusion, Primary Care Connect is a place where people are supported to do their best work.

When you join Primary Care Connect, you’ll enjoy:

- A robust wellbeing focus and genuinely supportive culture
- Not-for-profit salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
- Professional development and learning opportunities
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- An in office, in-house gym

If you’re looking for a role where your skills are valued and your wellbeing matters, this could be the perfect next step.

Enquiries and application:

Please submit your cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and Current resume.

We review applications as they are received and may conduct interviews prior to the closing date. We reserve the right to fill the position earlier than advertised.

Further information can be found by: Visiting our careers page to view the position description: https://www.primarycareconnect.com.au/Careers/Current-Vacancies OR Contacting Freddy Thuruthikattu on [03 5823 3200](tel:03 5823 3200)

Primary Care Connect (PCC) is committed to supporting the safety, wellbeing, culture and participation of all children and young people. We have a zero-tolerance policy to child abuse and neglect; we work to identify early risks and take action regarding all allegations and safety concerns. As a Child Safe Organisation every employee and volunteer is required to have a current Working with Childrens Check.

Primary Care Connect acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land and acknowledges and respect to their Elders, past and present.

We welcome people of any age, gender, sex, sexuality, culture, religion, and ability.

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