• Full time, parental leave contract until April 2027
• Be part of the Community Connections program while joining one of South Australia’s largest not-for-profit organisations!
• Support people to enhance their wellbeing through strengthening connections within communities
• Increase take home pay with salary packaging + savings on health insurance, gym, pharmacy, vehicles.

So many lives. So many ways. One you.

50,000 lives and counting.

That’s how many South Australians our people support each year.

As one of the state’s leading not-for-profits, we’re making a meaningful impact at scale. From foster care to aged care and everything in between, our services are as diverse as the people and communities we serve - and we’re growing our reach for the future.

It takes a special kind of person to work in this sector. Someone with real compassion and care. Could that person be you?

Join us as a Community Connections Worker and be part of something bigger!

What you’ll do

Working from our Elizabeth office you’ll engage with local communities to understand their needs and connect individuals with the right supports. Your work will contribute directly to improving people’s quality of life and supporting more cohesive, connected communities.

You’ll be trusted to make a valuable impact by:

• Engaging in community development work.
• Consultation with Aboriginal, CALD, LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disability and carers to identify gaps, co-design solutions and map community services.
• Receiving and triaging referrals, completing eligibility assessments and supporting participants to identify their strengths, goals and barriers.
• Walking alongside individuals for up to 12 weeks to help build confidence, introduce community activities and expand their social networks.
• Developing strong relationships with local organisations, forums and networks to understand emerging community needs and strengthen connections across the region.

What you’ll bring

To thrive in this role, you will have:

• Qualifications in community services, social sciences or a related area.
• Community development experience.
• Experience working with vulnerable people or communities.
• Strong relationship-building and engagement skills with an authentic, strengths-based approach.
• Sound judgment and the ability to match people with accurate, relevant referrals.
• Confidence working both independently and collaboratively with partner agencies.
• A current driver’s licence and access to a car.

We would also love you to have:

• Experience working with Aboriginal communities and/or CALD communities.
• Knowledge of local networks, services and community programs across the North.

Why AnglicareSA?

Your contribution here matters. We want you to see your impact every day, and we want you to feel valued for it.

Here’s what you can expect in your career at AnglicareSA:

• So many lives, right here in SA: Our ripple effect starts with you. Whatever your role, you’ll help find a way forward for the communities you live in and care about. That’s something to be proud of.
• So many ways, for our clients and you: We support those in need in so many ways. For you, that means real opportunity to gain new knowledge and experiences and to explore the many pathways a career in our sector can take.
• So much compassion, and a place to belong: At AnglicareSA, you’ll never feel alone. You’ll lean on and learn from genuine people driven to do good, and you’ll build relationships that last a lifetime.

Our impact starts with you

Join AnglicareSA, and help us change lives and communities.

To apply, simply click the “Apply”* button and submit your application by 9am, Friday 3rd July (direct applications only, no agencies please).

*Please note: Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews and appointments may occur prior to the closing date.

For more information, please contact Sarah, Recruitment Business Partner, at sarah.atsisauskas@anglicaresa.com.au. Please note we do not accept applications via email.

At AnglicareSA, we proudly and gratefully bring together a team that is truly diverse - from lived experiences, to skills and knowledge, to perspectives and personality. We value the benefits this brings to the people who work with us and the communities we serve, and we strive to create a place where everyone - regardless of background and ability - feels they belong. If you require any accommodations to fully participate in our recruitment process, we welcome you to let us know.

We are committed to the employment of First Nations people. Please visit our website for detail