A little about us

Our purpose is to empower people through life changing services, wraparound support, and pathways.

TaskForce Agency plays an important role across communities in south east, whether helping individuals and families due to challenges with alcohol and other drugs or family violence, or enabling people through education, training, and employment.

Operating for 50 years, we aim to help realise the potential of every client, through achieving outcomes and working towards healthier lives, relationships, and communities.

Our values are as follows:

• We start with care I We are here to meet participants where they are at, to support, empower and respect them and each other in the work we do. We commit to behaviours that demonstrate our care and compassion, bringing out the best in everyone in every interaction.
• We always listen I We are here to listen, to think of the whole of a person in every connection. We commit to listening, learning, responding, and adapting to the needs of our clients, our staff, and our partners.
• We are non-judgmental I We are here to help everyone belong; to realise their potential. We commit to supporting every person who walks through our doors or engages our services without judgment.
• We are continuously learning I We are here to learn, innovate and bring the highest quality of service to our participants. We commit to seeking out and sharing knowledge within and beyond our sector and from our communities, not standing still in our models of care and program offers.

About the Cockatoo Community House

Located in the township of Cockatoo, this role is a rare opportunity for an experienced community coordinator to make a difference in a diverse and vibrant community. Cockatoo Neighbourhood House is one of seven neighbourhood houses within Cardinia Shire and is managed by TaskForce Community Agency.

The Neighbourhood House in Cockatoo supports the community by delivering programs and services targeted at the whole community, including employment support, mental health first aid, youth drop-in and pre-accredited training. TaskForce also brokers services at Cockatoo Community House, including fitness programs, holiday programs and facilitated social groups for children, young people, parents, and seniors. Programs and services cater for locals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

The successful candidate will be someone who can undertake a broad range of community coordination activities including:

• Developing and managing programs and activities that reflect the needs of the Cockatoo Community
• Extensive community engagement
• Supervision of staff and volunteers
• Strategic planning and implementation
• Finance and administration
• Overseeing governance relating to the Neighbourhood House

This role reports to TaskForce’s Executive Manager Integrated Services.

Key selection criteria include:

• Tertiary Qualifications highly desirable (minimum Diploma in Community Management/Development or other applicable qualification)
• Previous experience of 2 years or more in a similar role
• Proven track record in financial management including preparation and monitoring of budgets, business plans and funding submissions
• Strong understanding of governance requirements and experience working with a community organisation
• High level written and verbal communication skills
• High level computer literacy, MS Office Demonstrated experience in community development including networking, partnering and stakeholder engagement
• Leadership and staff management skills

What we can offer

Together, we see the impact of our work on over 5000 lives every year. When you join our team, you will be offered regular training and professional development opportunities, and everyone has confidential access to our Employee Assistance Program. We work hard to ensure that all new team members feel welcome and supported with a comprehensive onboarding program and regular supervision.

We offer:

• An opportunity to be a part of an inclusive and welcoming work environment
• Opportunities for flexible working arrangements to suit your personal circumstances
• Gifted leave days between Christmas and New Year
• Access to generous salary packaging, which allows you to save on tax and increase your overall take home pay
• Access to Employee Assistance Program

Next Steps

Application details and a position description are available via the attachment below.

To submit your application, click Apply Now.

We are an inclusive workplace that is committed to celebrating diversity. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and people from LGBTIQ+ communities. People with disability can request reasonable adjustments at any time during the application process.