Community Engagement Worker (Next Generation)

The Salvation Army; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax‑de‑

Flexible working arrangements

Health & wellness initiatives incl. E”

Parental leave benefits

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Ballarat, VIC is seeking a Next Gen Community Engagement Worker to support children, young people and families experiencing disadvantage. This 2-year max-term, part-time role offers 20 hours per week in Ballarat and focuses on wellbeing through school and community connections.

You will build trusted relationships with schools, coordinate practical assistance, and work with local teams to connect families with Salvation Army services.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth work, community engagement or wellbeing.
• Experience working with children, young people or families.
• Clear understanding of professional boundaries and child safety.
• Current Working With Children Check.
• Current driver’s licence and willingness to travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Builds strong, trusted relationships with schools, acting as a key contact for student wellbeing and support needs.
• Engages school staff to identify and respond to challenges facing disadvantaged children, young people and families.
• Coordinates targeted, discreet practical assistance (e.g. food programs, school supplies) aligned with identified needs.
• Develops positive, professional relationships with young people, supporting wellbeing through presence and respectful engagement.
• Facilitates pathways between schools, families, and Salvation Army services through collaboration with local teams.
• Maintains accurate records, participates in team processes, and ensures compliance with policies, funding, and professional standards.

Skills

Youth work

Community engagement

Wellbeing

Communication skills

Education

Formal qualifications desirable

Job description

Number of Positions Available:

1

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army (Salvos) Corps is a Christian Church in the heart of Ballarat. We share the love of Jesus by caring for people, creating faith pathways, building healthy communities, and working for justice. The Salvos offer hope, purpose, and fulfillment for anyone seeking connection, guidance, social support and community.

About the role

As a Next Gen Community Engagement Worker, this is your opportunity to build trusted relationships with children, young people and families experiencing disadvantage, supporting their wellbeing through school and community connections.

Reporting to the Corp Officer Team Leader, this is a 2 year max-term, part-time role offering 20 hours a week, located in Ballarat, VIC.

How you will make an impact

• Builds strong, trusted relationships with schools, acting as a key contact for student wellbeing and support needs




• Engages school staff to identify and respond to challenges facing disadvantaged children, young people, and families




• Coordinates targeted, discreet practical assistance (e.g. food programs, school supplies) aligned with identified needs




• Develops positive, professional relationships with young people, supporting wellbeing through presence and respectful engagement




• Facilitates pathways between schools, families, and Salvation Army services through collaboration with local teams




• Maintains accurate records, participates in team processes, and ensures compliance with policies, funding, and professional standards

What you will bring

• Experience in youth work, community engagement, education support, wellbeing, or a related field (formal qualifications desirable but not essential).




• Demonstrated experience working with children, young people and/or families, particularly those experiencing disadvantage.




• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with schools, teams and community partners.




• Clear understanding of professional boundaries and a strong commitment to child safety and wellbeing.




• Current Working With Children Check.




• Current driver’s licence and willingness to travel locally.

What we offer

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.




• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.




• Flexible working arrangements.




• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport




• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)




• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.




• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts