Transcript Real Work. Real People. Careers in the Community Sector

Real Work.
Real People.
Careers in the Community Sector
WORKING IN THE SECTOR
Speaker Name
Speaker Title
Speaker Organisation
Speaker Contact
Speakers Background
Overview of the Organisation
What is the Community Sector?
Community/Not For
Profit
Government
Business/Corporate
Community (Sub)Sectors
Indigenous
Disability
Multicultural
Aged Care
Children and
Families
Youth
Community Programs
Housing
Domestic
Violence
Child Protection
Youth Justice
Youth Support
Community
Development
Refugee and
migrant support
Early childhood
services
Recreation and
Sports
Respite Services
Information
services
Counselling
Emergency relief
Training
Advocacy
Legal Services
Employment and
Training
Health Services
Examples of Community Jobs
Home Helper
Disability Support Officer
Support Worker
Personal Carer
Nurse
Assistant in Nursing
Family Support Worker
Respite Carer
Recreation / Activities
Officer
Activity Officer
Behavioural Support Officer
Lifestyle Support Officer
Diversional Therapist
Housing Support Worker
Project Officer
Residential Care Worker
Counsellor
Mediator
Family Support Worker
Therapist
Domestic Violence Worker
Drug and Alcohol Worker
Outreach Officer
Community Development
Worker
Case Manager
Coordinator
Manager
Administration Officer
Finance Officer
Community Worker
Case Worker
Neighbourhood Centre Worker
Information Officer
Team Leader
Project Officer/Manager
Trainer
Job Placement Officer
Chaplain
Parent Support Worker
Youth Support Coordinator
Early Intervention Worker
Child Support Officer
Community Welfare Worker
Director
CEO
Accountant
Volunteer
Management Committee
Member
We are not all....
Saints
Social Workers
Women
Frontline Workers
Volunteers
Lefties
We Are......
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Wanting to make a difference in people’s lives
Seeking to contribute positively to society
Wanting a fair go for others
Wanting to work at a grassroots level
Seeking flexible family friendly working conditions
Wanting real hands on professional development experiences
Seeking to learn multiple skills
Wanting to work with creativity and innovation
Seeking a team work environment where our opinions are valued
and utilised
• Wanting to work with a diverse range of clients – age, issues,
income, culture
• Seeking to influence government policies and programs
If you are considering a career in the
Community Sector
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Consider volunteering as an entry point
Visit community agencies
Seek advice from community sector workers
Plan your career pathway – education, positions,
2 year plans, 5 year plans etc
Engage a mentor
Get a Blue Card
Be prepared to undergo a criminal history check –
some history is ok e.g. traffic offences
Google
What opportunities exist right now?
This can be referring specifically to your
organisation of more generally about
opportunities in the sector
Real Work.
Real People.
Careers in the Community Sector