GRIT: Genuine Relationships, Inner Strength, Transformation

Join our powerful GRIT program—supporting young males at risk of or impacted by violence. We walk alongside boys and young men to help them understand their experiences, grow inner strength, and build respectful, lasting relationships in their community.

We are seeking a Community Connector to coordinate and deliver prosocial group activities, support community engagement, and help create a safe and inclusive environment for young men to thrive.

Key responsibilities:

Facilitate group programs including cultural, psychosocial, sport and art activities.

Develop strong connections with local community groups, schools, and services.

Support case management and individual engagement plans.

Create relevant content for social media and online platforms.

Help young people connect with community events, culture, consultations, and peer support.

Actively promote the GRIT values of hope, healing, and healthy relationships.

What you’ll bring:

A degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience delivering youth-focused group programs and activities.

Understanding of trauma-informed, culturally safe, strengths-based practices.

Excellent communication, organisational, and engagement skills.

A current driver’s licence, National Police Check, and Working with Children Check.

About Us:

Uniting Communities is a leading, inclusive not-for profit community services organisation working alongside more than 80,000 South Australians each year to reduce inequality, improve wellbeing, overcome disadvantage, and support people to live the best lives they can. We value diversity and are committed to providing respectful, accessible services.

Our Benefits

· In addition to your salary, you can potentially package up to $15,900 per year pre-tax and additionally a $2,650 Meals and Entertainment card. To see how this could potentially benefit your take home pay, visit our salary packaging provider, Access Pay

Annual Flu Vaccination

Purchased Leave

12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave

1 Week Paid Cultural Leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Staff

1 Day of Community Engagement Leave

Early Intervention & Psychosocial Support Program

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Health Insurance plans

Discounts on Mobiles and Internet plans

Check out our additional benefits at www.unitingcommunities.org

Your Application

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this role is high demand and will be filled quickly!

Closing date: Saturday, 21st June 2025 (subject to change).