Community Programs Facilitator

The Salvation Army Victoria ARC

Bundaberg, Queensland, Australia
Not specified; not specified; not specified
Certificate iv in youth work or equivalent
Experience facilitating youth programs
Horticulture and food production experience
The role leads the 'Growing Together' program, supporting young people aged 16–25 to build confidence and connection through hands-on gardening and micro-enterprise

Job Summary

  • The role leads the 'Growing Together' program, supporting young people aged 16–25 to build confidence and connection through hands-on gardening and micro-enterprise.
  • You will use trauma-aware, psychologically informed approaches to create a safe space where participants can learn, contribute, and thrive in an edible garden setting.
  • The position requires managing production cycles for meals and markets while coordinating a volunteer network and maintaining partnerships with local First Nations organisations.

Matching Summary

The role leads the 'Growing Together' program, supporting young people aged 16–25 to build confidence and connection through hands-on gardening and micro-enterprise.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Certificate IV in Youth Work or equivalent
  • Experience facilitating youth programs
  • Horticulture and food production experience
  • Trauma-aware and psychologically informed practice
  • Volunteer coordination and mentorship
  • Food safety and merchandising processes

Nice-to-have

  • Permaculture principles knowledge
  • First Nations cultural safety understanding
  • Micro-enterprise opportunity support
  • Community partnership building skills
  • Landcare and regeneration project experience

Key Requirements

  • Certificate IV (or higher) in Youth Work
  • Working with Children Check
  • First Aid Certificate
  • Current QLD Driver's Licence
  • Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check

Work Rights

Not specified

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