Introduction We’re looking for a Community Awareness and Engagement Officer who’s passionate about empowering young people, families, and the wider Armidale community. If you're someone who thrives on building relationships, sparking ideas, and making real impact — this could be your perfect next step. Make a difference in your community every day At Centacare, we believe that every day brings an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Imagine the joy of seeing the difference your work can make in telling the stories of our clients, your colleagues and our community. The joy in strengthening the Centacare brand and bringing our key partnerships to life. That’s the joy and satisfaction you will achieve at Centacare. Our Mission: Action for Impact We are committed to helping each person we serve reach their fullest potential and experience a fulfilling life. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to make an impact across our region and support the critical work of your colleagues and partners. Why join us? Because you want more than a job – you want to make a difference. You’ll join a supportive, purpose-driven team, where your voice matters and your creativity shines. Other benefits include: · Tax-free salary packaging - up to $18,500 for general living and entertainment expenses increasing your take-home pay · Professional development – we support our team with professional development opportunities · Supportive team - working with a multidisciplinary team of passionate, supportive, and collaborative colleagues · Relocation assistance – financial assistance towards your relocation costs (should you need to relocate) Description Your Role As the Community Awareness and Engagement Officer , you’ll lead efforts to connect with the community. Your role includes delivering engaging presentations and pop-up events, building strong partnerships with schools and local organisations, managing social media and web content, and creating inclusive promotional materials. You’ll play a key role in raising awareness of local services and encouraging early help-seeking, all through a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented approach. Key responsibilities include: Build awareness of headspace Armidale services and early help-seeking through presentations, pop-ups, and strategic partnerships with schools, TAFE, community services, and youth organisations. Manage content for the headspace Armidale social media platforms and local web presence in accordance with branding and engagement policies. Design and deliver interactive, age-appropriate community education sessions to promote mental health literacy and reduce stigma Tailor sessions for schools and communities to meet local needs, with a focus on priority groups. Skills And Experiences What you'll bring Demonstrated experience in community engagement, health promotion, or events in a youth or mental health context. Strong planning and coordination skills, with ability to manage competing priorities independently. High-level communication skills, including public speaking and professional presentation. Experience developing inclusive promotional materials using Canva, PowerPoint, or InDesign. Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office, email, social media, digital systems). Emotional intelligence and ability to build respectful relationships with diverse stakeholders. Understanding of barriers faced by young people accessing support, including lived experience. Join us If you are ready to embark on a rewarding adventure and make a real difference in our community, we’d love to hear from you. Contact us Have questions before applying? Contact Meghann for a confidential discussion on 6762 9292 or email hr@centacarenenw.com.au How to Apply To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position. This position will close at 4:00pm 5th of September 2025 however, interviews will be scheduled as applications are received so send in your application and you might be chatting with us sooner than you think! Don’t miss this opportunity—submit your application today! At Centacare, we are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for all children and vulnerable adults. We foster a culture where safeguarding is a shared responsibility and is embedded in everything we do. Centacare has clear standards of conduct in place to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children. To uphold these standards, all individuals who will have direct and ongoing contact with children, young people, or adults-at-risk are required to undergo a Working with Children Check, National Criminal History Check and/or a National Disability Worker Screening Check and thorough background referencing.
