Community Engagement Officer – Narre Warren / Pakenham

Each · Narre Warren ; · Posted 2 weeks ago

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$46.70 p/Hour + 12% Super + generous Salary Packaging benefits

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Job posted on: 8th Oct 2026

Melbourne > Narre Warren ; OR

Melbourne > Pakenham

Part Time, Contract

Social Work, Youth, Community Development, Health Promotion

Not For Profit (NFP)

Job description

0.2 FTE contract until 20 June 2027 (working on Thursdays 10am – 6pm, with the option to split to two half days if preferred)

Based across headspace Narre Warren and Pakenham, with regular community-based work across the Casey Cardinia region

$46.70 p/Hour + 12% Super + generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550

Help young people feel connected, informed and empowered.

Do you enjoy building relationships, creating meaningful opportunities for young people and making a positive impact in your community?

headspace Narre Warren and Pakenham support young people aged 12-25 and their families to access early intervention support across mental health, physical and sexual health, alcohol and other drugs, and work and study. As part of our Community Engagement team, you'll help young people connect with services, build confidence, have their voices heard, and improve their wellbeing through community-based initiatives and events.

Your role, your impact

In this role, you'll help increase awareness of headspace services, strengthen community connections and create opportunities for young people to actively participate in shaping the services and supports available to them.

You will:

Plan and deliver community engagement activities, workshops, programs and events that promote youth wellbeing and mental health literacy

Build and maintain positive relationships with schools, community groups and local services

Represent headspace Narre Warren and Pakenham at community events, networking opportunities and stakeholder meetings

Support and empower young people through participation initiatives, including the Youth Advocacy Committee

Create and share engaging promotional content and resources aligned with headspace branding

Use social media and digital platforms to increase awareness, participation and engagement

Collect and analyse participation feedback and data to support service improvement and reporting

Identify and engage priority populations and communities who may benefit from headspace services

This is an exciting opportunity to combine creativity, relationship-building and community development while helping improve outcomes for young people in the Casey Cardinia region.

About you

We're looking for someone who is passionate about working alongside young people and building strong community connections.

You will bring:

Minimum diploma-level qualification/s in youth work, mental health, health promotion, education, community engagement or a related field

Experience working with young people in a health, education or community setting

Experience planning and facilitating workshops, programs, groups or community events

Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills

Confidence presenting to groups and speaking with a range of audiences

Experience using social media and digital platforms to engage communities

Understanding of youth mental health and early intervention approaches

Current driver's licence

What will make you stand out?

The following experience is highly regarded but not essential:

Experience facilitating group programs, workshops or community presentations

Experience developing promotional content using Canva or similar design platforms

Experience working with youth participation and co-design initiatives

Knowledge of the Casey Cardinia community and local youth services

What's in it for you?

Each is the leady agency for headspace. At Each you’ll be supported to be your best.

We provide:

Diversity and belonging – We value all backgrounds, abilities and identities, and are committed to cultural safety.

Boost your take-home pay – Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 tax-free per year) plus an extra $2,650 tax-free for meals and entertainment.

Professional development & training – Access mentoring, supervision, leadership pathways, and discipline-specific learning.

Support your wellbeing with access to Fitness Passport – discounted access to hundreds of gyms, pools and fitness facilities nationwide for you and your family

Endless career opportunities – With over 200 programs across QLD, NSW, ACT, TAS

and VIC, there are plenty of pathways to progress

Free, confidential support – Our Employee Assistance Program is available for you and your family

More leave when you need it – 4 or 5 weeks annual leave (dependent upon award or agreement coverage), personal/carer’s leave, cultural and gender affirmation leave, and the option to purchase extra leave

Additional Information

To view the full Position Description, click here or visit each.com.au, go to 'Work With Us' > 'Careers' > 'Open Roles' and search for this position.

For more information or a confidential conversation contact Caitlin Coast, Community Engagement Coordinator, via [email protected] using the subject line: Community Engagement Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period, so don't miss out and apply today!

Our Commitment to Inclusion at Each

At Each, inclusion is at the heart of how we work, connect and care. We're committed to a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected and able to be themselves. We celebrate diversity in all its forms, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, LGBTIQA+ communities, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and faith backgrounds, people with lived and/or living experience and people of all ages and genders.

Each is a child safe organisation with zero tolerance for child abuse, and we are committed to protecting the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.

Next Steps in the Hiring Process

Learn more about next steps, check out our Hiring Process Guide.

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About Each

Each operates headspace Knox, which provides accessible mental health support for young people aged 12 to 25. Their services include counselling, care coordination, assessment, and peer support, aimed at improving the wellbeing of individuals and their families in the community.

Private: Each has 3 other live roles on this board.

This ad does not state pay. Community Services & Care roles on this board that do show it typically pay $90,000 to $108,000 (27 listings).

Roles from this employer typically stay open about 15 days on this board.

Working in Narre Warren ;

Narre Warren is a suburban area located in Melbourne's south-east, characterised by its residential developments and proximity to retail centres, such as Westfield Fountain Gate. The suburb has a mix of workplaces, including retail, hospitality, and trades. Major employers include local shopping precincts and service industries.

Access to Narre Warren is facilitated by the Princes Highway and Monash Freeway, providing direct routes to the Melbourne CBD. Public transport options include the Narre Warren train station on the Pakenham and Cranbourne lines, along with bus services that connect to surrounding areas.

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