• Full time position, Max term till June 2022
• Based in Perth

About us

Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation. We prevent and alleviate suffering by supporting people who experience vulnerability.Our vision is human dignity, peace, safety and wellbeing for all.

About the role

The CBHFA Coordinator is responsible for the effective coordination, operational management and delivery of the CBHFA Program within correctional settings. This position will provide sound advice, leadership and expert knowledge of the justice sector, and play a lead role in project management, program delivery, service development and stakeholder engagement. The position is responsible for the development and maintenance of internal and external networks and collaborative partnerships that drive the delivery of CBHFA, to improve the wellbeing of volunteers in-prison and prepare them for their transition to back to community.

The role requires a high degree of understanding of the needs and challenges faced by people who have been in contact with the justice system, and the ability to communicate effectively and clearly to a wide range of culturally diverse participants. Confidentiality of volunteer history as well as proven cultural awareness and sensitivity is critical to the role. 

The program is currently delivered at Acacia Prison, Wooroloo, Western Australia (WA), but may expand to other WA sites.

What you will bring

• Solid understanding, and implementation experience, of community development practice.
• Experience and understanding of the WA justice system.
• Proven high-level experience in delivering training/education, action based learning and adult learning principles.
• Experience and commitment to working with vulnerable people with complex issues, and strengths based approach.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain complex internal and external stakeholder relationships at various levels.

The benefits 

Be a force for good, as part of a highly regarded team, supporting the humanitarian movement. You can access flexible working arrangements and generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars up to $15,900 a year. 

Further information

To find out more about this opportunity please refer to the position description below. For additional enquiries, please contact Michael Green on 0419 925 326. 

Position Description:  PD - CBHFA Coordinator 0036999 23-6-2021 JA.pdf