An exciting opportunity exists for candidates that are passionate in supporting the needs and independence of older persons, frail aged and people with disabilities. The Community Programs Activity Officer will contribute to the planning, development and implementation of programs and activities designed to maintain and enhance the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of participants.

As part of the Social Support Services Team at Warrnambool City Council the successful applicant will possess the following:

· Certificate III in Individual Support or Community Services or equivalent;

· Experience in facilitating group activities and programs;

· Excellent communication skills; and an

· Ability to connect with older people, people with disabilities, and their carers.

The Benefits
This is a casual position with an hourly rate of $40.90 per hour (inclusive of 25% casual loading) plus superannuation.

Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:

Ongoing training and development

Discount to Council owned facilities

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Long service leave (pro-rata) after 7 years

To Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please click ‘Apply Now’ on the Warrnambool City Council website.

Questions
If after reading the position description you have further questions please contact Mathew Turner, Social Support Coordinator, on 03 5559 4879 or [email protected].

Applications close: 5.00pm Friday 18 April 2025.

Please note, that all prospective Warrnambool City Council employees will be required to undertake a medical assessment. Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which include reference checks and a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, please visit www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au/careers

Warrnambool City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To view current vacancies visit www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au/careers

For details on how to submit your application refer to

www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au/how-submit-your-application