COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Part time 12 month contract- 45 hours per fortnight

headspace Bunbury

Over the last 70 years Relationships Australia WA has been providing relationship support services for individual, couples, families and communities. We are a team of professional and highly motivated staff who are committed to enhancing the lives of communities, families and individuals and supporting positive and respectful relationships.

headspace helps thousands of young people access vital support through our headspace centres in communities across Australia, our online and phone counselling services, our vocational services, and our presence in schools.

About the role

RAWA is seeking Community Development Officer to be part of the multidisciplinary team based at headspace Bunbury for a fixed term. The Community Development Officer will help to increase community awareness of mental health issues among young people, facilitate youth and where relevant family participation, and help young people to get early access to health and other services, in their local community.

Skills, experience, and qualifications

Tertiary qualifications in Health Promotion, Public Health, Community Development, Social/Behavioural Science, Social Work or related discipline.

Demonstrated experience working with young people with mental health, alcohol and other drug, and other social issues.

Demonstrated experience coordinating and facilitating youth programs, events and activities within a community setting.

Strong experience and expertise with social media as a communication tool.

Demonstrated ability to develop, implement and evaluate community awareness programs.

Ability to engage and communicate with groups of people, tailoring communication to suit a specific target group or age range.

Why Join Us?

We are a values-driven organisation that aims for Authenticity, Inclusion, Compassion and Excellence.

Salary $ 76 000 to $ 85 000 per annum pro rata plus superannuation

Non-for-profit salary packaging up to $18,550

Additional annual leave at year-end up to three days

Staff Reward program to provide savings on your everyday expenses

We value diversity across cultures, genders, sexuality and neurotypes. All interested, skilled and qualified applicants are encouraged to apply

A copy of the position description is available upon request by contacting Please contact the Coordinator Support Programs Susanne McDermott – [email protected] for more information.

Application instructions:

Applications must include a cover letter outlining suitability for the role and a current resume citing professional referees and to be submitted via SEEK

Applications close at 1700hrs on 21 September 2025

Relationships Australia WA is committed to being a 'Child-Safe' organisation and expects all staff to agree to our Children and Young People Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safe Code of Conduct. Appropriate rigorous reference and background checking will be undertaken, including a Working with Children Check (where applicable), WA Police Force National Police Certificate, and identity check. We are committed to the safety and empowerment of all children, including those with a disability and from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.