Community Engagement Worker

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Why this role matters 

The Salvation Army (Salvos) Albury Wodonga Corps is a Christian Church in the heart of Wodonga. We share the love of Jesus by caring for people, creating faith pathways, building healthy communities, and working for justice. The Salvos offer hope, purpose, and fulfillment for anyone seeking connection, guidance, social support and community.  

About the role 

As a Community Engagement Worker, this is your opportunity to strengthen The Salvation Army’s mission in Albury Wodonga by building meaningful community connections, responding to local needs, and embedding community engagement into the life of the corps

Reporting to the Corps Officer, this is a permanent, part-time role offering 22.8 hours a week, based in Wodonga, VIC. This role requires you to work on both Wednesday and Friday with flexibility around the remaining day.

How you will make an impact 

• Identify and respond to community needs through outreach, engagement, and local partnerships.
• Coordinate Doorways services, providing emergency relief, assessments, referrals, and ongoing support.
• Recruit, train, support, and lead volunteers to ensure effective and compassionate service delivery.
• Build and maintain relationships with community organisations, agencies, and Salvation Army services to strengthen support pathways.
• Integrate faith, service, and community engagement to foster connection, belonging, and participation beyond crisis support.
• Support daily operations, including administration, compliance, handling donated goods, and delivering community programs and outreach activities.

What you will bring 

• Tertiary or Certificate IV in Community Services or equivalent
• Experience in the community services sector and The Salvation Army (desirable)
• Experience in volunteer management
• Experience working with different cultures
• A national police record check is required
• Drivers Licence
• Working With Children Check

What we offer 

• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities. 
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport 
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days) 
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency. 
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts. 

Conditions

Compensation is in accordance with SCHADS Level 3

How to apply 

If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role.  Together we can build a brighter future. 

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.  

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration