Community Engagement Officer

Hope Community Services
Western Australia
Full time
1 day ago

Inspire Change and Connection – Be the Voice of Youth in Esperance


Lead community engagement and youth participation through meaningful mental health promotion at headspace Esperance.

About Us

HOPE has delivered essential community services across Western Australia for over 120 years. We work with people affected by alcohol and other drugs, mental health issues, justice involvement, and family and domestic violence. We are proud to operate headspace Esperance, providing vital early intervention mental health services to young people aged 12–25.

About the Role

We’re seeking a dynamic and community-minded Community Engagement Officer to join our team at headspace Esperance. In this full-time, fixed-term role (Parental Leave cover until 13 February 2026), you will work alongside young people, families, and local stakeholders to promote mental health awareness and improve community engagement.

You will lead the development of culturally responsive community initiatives and health promotion strategies, guide the Youth Advisory Group, and coordinate events, workshops, and campaigns that reflect the needs and voices of young people. The role combines creativity, strategy, and advocacy to help young people feel seen, heard, and supported.

What’s on Offer

  • Full-time position – 76 hours per fortnight, Monday to Friday
  • Fixed-term contract until 13/02/2026
  • SCHADS Level 4 – $44.58 p/hr + super + $1.01 p/hr regional allowance
  • Salary packaging options through AccessPay to increase take-home pay
  • Health insurance discounts with a major provider
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and immediate family
  • Join a team where your work genuinely impacts young lives and community wellbeing

You’ll Need

  • Experience working with young people impacted by mental health, alcohol and other drugs, or social issues
  • Background in community engagement, youth participation, or event coordination within youth organisations or public health
  • Ability to plan, promote, and deliver mental health events, education sessions, and workshops
  • Demonstrated skills in stakeholder engagement and partnership building
  • Experience managing social media platforms and websites for community engagement
  • Strong communication and marketing skills, including producing professional materials
  • Current C or A Class driver’s licence
  • Current Working With Children Check, National Police Certificate (within 3 months), and First Aid Certificate

Why HOPE?

At HOPE, you’ll join a workplace that puts people first—from those we serve to the staff who serve them. We are committed to being an employer of choice, offering a safe and inclusive environment where staff are supported to grow, innovate, and make lasting impact. We prioritise development, wellbeing, and belonging, with policies and practices that support your personal and professional journey.

Next Steps

To apply, submit your application online. If shortlisted, you’ll receive a call to discuss your background and may be invited to attend an interview—online or in-person at our Esperance Hub.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. HOPE values diversity in all its forms, welcoming applications from people of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, genders, sexualities, and belief systems.

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. For any enquiries around the role please email us at hr@hopecs.org.au, quoting the job title and the region.

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