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Wishing You a Merry Christmas and a Safe, Happy New Year!

From all of us at the Centre for Participation, we’d like to thank you for your support this year. We hope you have a joyful and restful holiday season surrounded by those you care about most.

Please note our holiday office hours:
Closing at 3pm on Tuesday, 24 December
Reduced hours: 27–31 December, 9:30am–3pm
Closed on public holidays: 25 & 26 December, and 1 January

We look forward to welcoming you back in the new year, refreshed and ready for an exciting 2025!

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Join Our Team as a Food and Beverage Mentor
Are you passionate about hospitality and mentoring others to achieve their potential? Do you have the skills and heart to make a difference in the lives of people facing social isolation and economic exclusion? If so, we want you on our team!

About the Role
As a Food and Beverage Mentor, you’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining a welcoming cafeteria environment. Working as part of a supportive team, you will manage day-to-day operations while mentoring pathway participants, including individuals with additional needs and women from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds across the Wimmera.
You’ll not only ensure high-quality service and products but also inspire and guide participants as they overcome barriers to employment and build their confidence and skills in a professional setting.

How to Apply
If you’re ready to join a values-driven organisation and make a tangible difference, we’d love to hear from you! Submit your application, including a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and your resume, to vacancy@cfp.org.au. For more information contact Social Enterprise Manager, Jessica Koenig on 0493 969 656.

Applications close on 15 December 2024.

Be part of a team that changes lives – one cup at a time!

Download Position Description.

The Home Help Mentor role is dedicated to providing essential asset maintenance services, including gardening, cleaning, and home maintenance, to support people with disabilities and older adults in maintaining their independence. This role is crucial in enabling participants to live comfortably and safely in their own homes, fostering their autonomy and well-being.

As a Home Help Mentor, you will train, mentor, and supervise Home Help Workers and learning participants, ensuring they acquire the skills necessary to deliver high-quality maintenance services. Your guidance will be key in empowering individuals to contribute meaningfully to the community, particularly those facing barriers to employment and social inclusion.

In this role, you will make a significant impact by enhancing the quality of life for people with disabilities and older adults, helping them remain independent in their homes. This position is ideal for someone passionate about community service, with a strong commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals in leading fulfilling, self-sufficient lives. If you are driven by the desire to make a real difference, this role offers a rewarding and impactful career path.

For further information please download hte position decription below or contact Robbie Millar on 0427 503 679 or vacany@cfp.org.au.

To apply, you must submit an application addressing the key selection criteria to vacancy@cfp.org.au by Sunday the 8th of September 2024.

Download Position Description.

Get ready for the next Centre for Participation ‘Healthy Ageing’ morning tea with Guest Speaker Robert Goudie from Consortium Private Wealth.

Find out the facts and what you need to consider for your Healthy Financial Ageing – Consortium Private Wealth will be covering off the essential items that matter when it comes to Financial Aged Care Planning. This is one not to be missed. Let your family and friends know to come to the Centre for Participation on the 21 August at 10.30am – this is a free morning tea and anyone is invited!

Bookings are required by 16 Aug 2024. Click on the link below or call 5382 5607 to make your booking.

Register here.

Are you passionate about governance, strategic oversight, and making a difference in your community? We’re seeking dynamic and experienced individuals to fill three (3) vacancies on our Board of Directors.

Our Board, comprised of members with diverse skills and backgrounds, plays a vital role in steering our organisation towards success. We are looking for leaders with expertise in the Disability or Aged Care sectors, fundraising, financial sustainability, and a deep understanding of the Wimmera Southern Mallee region.

Why Join Us?

• Influence and guide our organisation’s future direction.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team in a supportive, inclusive environment.
• Participate in developing our 2025-2028 Strategic Plan..
• Virtual attendance options available for board meetings.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend at least six Board meetings annually, with an average of nine.
• Engage in board sub-committees and attend significant events.
• Contribute your skills and experience to drive positive change.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong governance experience.
• Expertise in Disability or Aged Care sectors.
• Fundraising and financial acumen.
• Commitment to the local community in Wimmera Southern Mallee.

All Directors are covered by Officers & Directors Insurance and receive reimbursement for official travel exceeding 60km.

If you’re ready to contribute your skills and passion to a forward-thinking organisation, we encourage you to express your interest. Join us in making a real impact!

Putting forward an Expression of Interest
To put forward an expression of interest please download the expression of interest document below. All expressions of interest are to be returned to the Nominations Committee by Sunday 13 October 2024.

If you have any points of clarification, please contact the Board Secretary Robbie Millar on 0427 503 679.

EOI information.