Job details
| Location: | Melbourne |
| Salary: | $64 - $65 per hour |
| Job Type: | Contract |
| Discipline: | |
| Reference: | V-133440 |
| Posted: | 2 days ago |
Job description
Opportunity for an experienced Health and Social Planner to join a Local Government authority in the South-East suburbs | 3-month contract | $64.91ph- Lead the development, delivery, and evaluation of key health and wellbeing initiatives
- Previous experience as a Health and Social Planner Officer within a Local Government organisation essential for this role
- South-Easte suburbs | onsite parking available | 3-month contract | $64.91ph
About the company:
We’re seeking an experienced Health and Social Planner to join our Community Wellbeing team. This role will lead the development, delivery, and evaluation of key health and wellbeing initiatives that support a healthy, connected, and inclusive Bayside community.
Your key responsibilities include:
- Lead the development and review of the Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan.
- Provide expert advice to support the Disability and Inclusion Action Plan, Reconciliation Action Plan, and Volunteer Management Plan.
- Apply health data, research and best practice principles to guide initiatives.
- Build strong networks with government, service providers, and community groups.
- Support Council’s child safety obligations and promote safeguarding practices.
About you:
- Tertiary qualifications in health, social sciences, or community development.
- 3–5 years’ experience in health and social planning, ideally with local government.
- Strong knowledge of the Public Health and Wellbeing Act and related frameworks.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.
Benefits
- Contribute to meaningful health and wellbeing outcomes for the community.
- Work with a supportive and values-driven team.
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements and professional development opportunities.
Please note you will need to obtain a police check before commencing this role.
If you are interested in this role, please APPLY today or email vicky.barron@charterhouse.com.au
If this position is not correct for you but you have experience working in Local Government please still do get in touch, we have numerous positions within council.
At Charterhouse, we embrace, and value, diversity of culture, working arrangements, sexual orientation, and gender identity. On behalf of our client, we promote a workplace that actively seeks to include and welcome unique contributions of all people; to embrace and celebrate the value of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, their skills and contributions to the workplace.