CCLHD - headspace Community Awareness and Engagement Officer - Gosford, Lake Haven and Wyong
Position Classification: Health Education Officer / Non Graduate Education Officer
Remuneration: $1369.66 - $1731.74 per week
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ557479
Location: Wyong, Gosford and Lake Haven headspace centres
Applications Close: Sunday 04 May 2025 at 11.59pm
Are you passionate about supporting young people and improving mental health awareness? headspace is looking for a dynamic Community Awareness and Engagement Officer to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of young people across the Gosford, Lake Haven, and Wyong areas.
As the Community Awareness and Engagement Officer, you will be at the heart of our community engagement strategy. Your role is crucial in ensuring that headspace is easily accessible to young people aged 12-25 and their families, making mental health support a priority for the community. You will be working Monday to Friday 08:30 - 5:00pm
What You’ll Be Doing:
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Implementing community engagement strategies to raise awareness about headspace services.
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Building and nurturing strong relationships with local schools, School-Link, and community organisations.
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Attending strategic events and forums to promote mental health services and engage with the local community.
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Working closely with interagency partners to ensure young people get the support they need early on.
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Leading the headspace Youth Reference Group, ensuring its success and impact within the service.
About You
Graduate:
- You have a degree level qualifications (requiring a minimum of 3 years full time study) in a relevant field including (but not limited to) health / behavioural / population / education / communication / social sciences.
Non-Graduate:
- Tertiary qualifications (less than a recognised university degree standard) in a relevant field (as above) and/or relevant and demonstrated experience in community engagement, health promotion, public health, social sciences.
- You have a current unrestirctied drivers licence and be willing to travel to other locations across the district.
- You are able to demonstrate your ability and experience in building relationships with external service providers, fostering strong stakeholder relationships and creating opportunities for mutually beneficial partnerships.
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
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Benefits
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Work-Life Balance – Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
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Financial Benefits – Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
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Health & Wellbeing – Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
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Career Growth – Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD
Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
Need More Information?
For role-related queries, please contact: Emma Vaughan
Phone: 02 4304 7870
Email: emma.vaughan@health.nsw.gov.au
You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.
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