Community Engagement Officer (Identified)
Your Contribution
Our Community Engagement Officer (Family Wellbeing) plays a key role in strengthening Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities through culturally responsive education, engagement and prevention activities.
This position is responsible for the development, coordination and facilitation of group programs, workshops and community activities that increase parenting knowledge, build family resilience, strengthen kinship and community connections, and improve understanding of child development and wellbeing.
Working from a strengths-based and culturally informed perspective, you will support families through early intervention and prevention initiatives, provide information, referrals and practical support, and help connect families with services that promote positive outcomes for children, young people and communities.
The primary focus of this role is to work alongside families and communities to achieve positive outcomes in the following areas
Building parents' confidence, knowledge and practical skills to support their children's growth, development and wellbeing
Delivering education and awareness activities that strengthen understanding of child development, parenting and healthy family functioning
Supporting families to build resilience, enhance protective factors and strengthen their capacity to navigate challenges
Creating opportunities for families to strengthen connections with kin, community, culture and support networks
Encouraging participation in community programs, support groups, workshops and local services
Connecting families to culturally safe supports, resources and services that meet their individual needs




Promoting positive outcomes for vulnerable children, young people and families through prevention, education and early intervention initiatives
Developing strong partnerships with families, community organisations and service providers to improve access to support and drive positive community outcomes
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Develop, coordinate and facilitate parenting programs, educational workshops, support groups and community engagement activities
Deliver prevention and early intervention activities that strengthen parenting capability, family wellbeing and community connectedness
Coordinate community events, promotions, engagement activities and feedback opportunities
Support the establishment and ongoing facilitation of Family Wellbeing Service support groups
Provide information, brief interventions, referrals and advocacy for children, young people and families
Build and maintain positive and respectful relationships with families, community members and key stakeholders
Collaborate with schools, early childhood services, health providers and community organisations to improve outcomes for families
Represent TAIHS at community events, forums and stakeholder meetings
Participate in Family Wellbeing Service team meetings and integrated service delivery activities
Collect activity data, maintain records and prepare reports as required
Promote culturally protected practice and positive engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities
Ensure compliance with Family Wellbeing Service procedures, Human Services Quality Standards and organisational requirements
Applications Close: Tuesday 1 st December ****
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📌 Community Engagement Officer (Identified) (Ingham)
🏢 TAIHS
📍 Ingham