Employment Officer (Billabong Flowers)

ConnectGV

Shepparton, Shepparton and Goulburn Valley VIC

Employment Services (Community Services and Development)

Part time

SCHADS Level 2

Part Time (60 hours per Fortnight) / Fixed Term 9 Months

SCHADS Award Level 2

Location: Shepparton

ConnectGV is a not for profit organisation providing disability services across the Goulburn Valley. Our services include residential supports, day programs, supported employment, plan management and individual support.

Our Social Enterprises create meaningful employment opportunities for people with disability while supporting the development of skills, confidence and independence.

Billabong Flowers is a creative social enterprise program where participants work alongside staff to produce floral arrangements, creative products and seasonal items while developing practical workplace skills.

We are looking for a creative, supportive and enthusiastic Employment Officer to join our team.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, has a creative flair and is passionate about supporting individuals to learn new skills and participate in meaningful work.

The role

The Employment Officer (Billabong Flowers) supports people with disability to participate in a creative floristry program that builds confidence, independence and work skills.

You will work directly alongside participants to design and produce floral arrangements and creative products while supporting skill development and meaningful participation.

The role also contributes to the day to day operations of the Billabong Flowers social enterprise.

The successful applicant will ideally commence on 4 May 2026, with the position offered as a fixed term contract until 4 February 2027.

Key responsibilities

Support participants and supported employees to develop floristry and creative work skills

Facilitate engaging floristry and creative activities

Encourage independence, teamwork and confidence

Supervise and support participants during program activities

Assist with the preparation, packaging and presentation of floral products

Maintain a safe, inclusive and positive program environment

Contribute to the day to day operations of the Billabong Flowers social enterprise

Maintain participant records and program documentation

About you

You are a creative and supportive person who enjoys working with people and helping others develop skills and confidence.

You will bring:

Experience supporting people with disability, or experience in community services

Creative ability in floristry, arts, craft or design based activities

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to facilitate group activities and teach practical skills

Good organisation and time management skills

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Qualifications and requirements

Essential

Current Victorian Driver Licence

NDIS Worker Screening Check

National Police Check

Working With Children Check

Desirable

Qualification or training in floristry, art or design (or related creative field)

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or similar

Experience working in supported employment or social enterprise

Experience as a florist or working in a floristry business

Why join ConnectGV

At ConnectGV you will be part of a team committed to inclusion, creativity and meaningful community participation.

This role offers the opportunity to combine creativity with social impact, supporting people with disability to build skills, confidence and independence through meaningful work.

Next steps

To review the position description, please click Position Description.

To apply, please click Apply by the closing date.

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Contact careers@connectgv.com.au or call the HR team on 0358212466