Community Connect Worker

Wesley Mission Queensland Limited; Logan City; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging: Package up to $15,9

Career Advancement Opportunities

Wellbeing Support

Team Culture

Job summary

Wesley Mission Queensland Limited is seeking a part-time Community Connect Worker for Eagleby. You will support individuals and families to navigate challenges, access services and build stronger community connections through information, referrals, advocacy and practical support tailored to each person’s circumstances.

Daily duties include coordinating brokerage, engaging with diverse community members, facilitating activities, and collaborating with local partners.

Qualifications

• Experience in service delivery to families and community members.
• Ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of individuals and groups.
• Understanding of community development principles and frameworks.
• Ability to work within program budgets, complete data collection and report writing for funding bodies.
• Effective time management, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to obtain probity checks required by legislation and WMQ Limited policy.
• Current driver’s licence and willingness to travel for work.

Responsibilities

• Providing information, referrals, advocacy and referrals in response to individual and family needs.
• Managing brokerage assistance to help community members access essential services and supports.
• Supporting individuals and families to build independence, resilience, and capacity to manage their circumstances.
• Developing and facilitating activities and events that strengthen community connection and engagement.
• Building effective relationships with local services and community partners to improve outcomes.
• Attending interagency meetings and participating in collaborative case coordination where required.
• Maintaining accurate records, reporting, data collection, and compliance with workplace health and safety requirements.
• Creating a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all members of the Eagleby community.

Skills

Service delivery experience

Diversity engagement

Community development

Budgeting and reporting

Time management

Oral and written communication

Probity compliance

Driver's licence

Job description

Your Role as a Community Connect Worker – Eagleby Community

As an Eagleby Community Connect Worker, you'll make a meaningful difference by supporting individuals and families to navigate challenges, access services, and build stronger connections within their community. You'll provide information, referrals, advocacy, and practical support tailored to each person's unique circumstances.

Every day brings something different, from helping people access housing and essential supports to coordinating community activities and collaborating with local service partners. Through compassionate engagement, you'll create a welcoming environment where people feel supported to build confidence, resilience, and independence.

A typical day to day may look like:

• Providing information, support, advocacy and referrals in response to individual and family needs.


• Managing brokerage assistance to help community members access essential services and supports.


• Supporting individuals and families to build independence, resilience, and capacity to manage their circumstances.


• Developing and facilitating activities and events that strengthen community connection and engagement.


• Building effective relationships with local services and community partners to improve outcomes.


• Attending interagency meetings and participating in collaborative case coordination where required.


• Maintaining accurate records, reporting, data collection, and compliance with workplace health and safety requirements.


• Creating a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all members of the Eagleby community.

This is a part-time opportunity consisting of 32 hours per week.

What We Offer

• Salary Packaging: Package up to $15,900 each year on everyday living expenses and up to $2,650 on meals and entertainment reducing your taxable income and giving you more in your pocket.


• Career Advancement Opportunities: We provide ample career advancement opportunities at WMQ, offering diverse pathways for growth and professional development


• Wellbeing Support: Access to discounts on private health insurance and gym memberships, and free, confidential counselling through our employee assistance program.


• Team Culture: Be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values your skills and wellbeing.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in service delivery to families and community members.


• Ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of individuals and groups.


• Understanding of community development principles and frameworks.


• Ability to work within program budgets, complete data collection and report writing for funding bodies.


• Effective time management skills, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.


• Willingness to obtain relevant probity checks required by legislation and WMQ Limited policy.


• Current Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel for work