Group Activity Assistant – Bundaberg

• If you’re passionate about helping others and creating meaningful social connections, we’d love to hear from you!
• $27.55 per hour plus generous salary packaging options
• Permanent part-time position – Minimum 10 hours per week Monday to Friday (Flexibility is required)

CatholicCare Central Queensland is a large, vibrant, and highly regarded not-for-profit organisation providing a broad range of quality social services throughout the Catholic Diocese of Rockhampton. Guided by our Christian ethos and the principles of Catholic Social Justice, we are committed to inclusive service delivery and proudly welcome employees and clients of all religions, backgrounds, and beliefs.

CatholicCare offers a range of fun and interesting social group activities for eligible members of the community. Group Activities enhance the physical, social and emotional wellbeing of participants and encourage people to engage with other. The aim of the program is to empower individuals to build new contacts and networks creating a better quality of life.

As part of the Community Care Team, the Group Activity Assistant key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with developing, organising and facilitating a range of client social support activities;
• Promoting services in the region to ensure ongoing program viability;
• Undertaking relevant administrative and data entry as per organisational procedures including development and distribution of activity calendars; and
• Undertaking risk assessment of facilities to ensure suitability and safety for service provision.

Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated experience in organising events or group activities
• Food safety
• A current QLD Driver’s Licence
• (Desirable) Certificate III in Individual Support or similar

Core Competencies

• Sound numeracy, written and verbal communication skills relevant to the role, with the ability to communicate professionally with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders;
• Ability to build rapport and positive relationships with clients, demonstrating empathy, patience, and respect for individual needs;
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and risk management, including following established procedures, conducting risk assessments and ensuring the wellbeing of clients during activities;
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and contribute to shared goals;
• High level of organisational and time management skills, including the ability to coordinate multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities;
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability, with a willingness to adjust to the changing needs of clients, programs, and the organisation;
• Sound level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, corporate systems and standard office technology.

Please note that CatholicCare Central Queensland is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Applicants must have full and unrestricted working rights in Australia at the time of application.

All offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of relevant screening and background checks, including an Australian Federal Police check, an NDIS disability worker screening check, and attainment of a Blue Card for working with children, prior to commencement.

To apply for this fantastic opportunity, please submit:

📌 Your current resume

📌 A cover letter addressing the key requirements of the role

Please note: Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting and interviews may occur during the advertising period.