Employment & Volunteering
Join us.
Interested in a career where you can make a real difference? Here at Silky Oaks, we know we are stronger when we work together. As a result, we are always on the lookout for passionate, motivated and positive people to help us provide the most effective support to our community. Join our high-performing team today.
Employment
Silky Oaks has a great team of dedicated and qualified employees across our programs and corporate services.
With over 100 employees, Silky Oaks is committed to providing a continuous learning culture where individuals have the opportunity to develop both professionally and personally.
For general expressions of interest, please email your current resume and one-page cover letter to employment@silkyoaks.org.au. Your interest will be registered and an email notification forwarded advising of any vacancies.
Volunteering
Our volunteers are an integral part of the Silky Oaks team and we are fortunate enough to have over 60 volunteers involved with us.
Silky Oaks is committed to providing volunteer opportunities for people to serve their local community in the following programs:
• Opp Shop
• Childcare Centre
• Maintenance
Please note that for some volunteering opportunities, a Blue Card may be required. For general expression of interest please email haven@silkyoaks.org.au with your enquiry or contact our reception on (07) 3906 8888.
Practicum Placements
Silky Oaks supports placement opportunities for a variety of universities across a number of our programs.
Silky Oaks is committed to supporting student engagement with our organisation. Offering practicum placements enables students to develop and refine their knowledge and skills in real-world settings.
Student placement opportunities are limited, however exist in a number of our programs. For more information on vacancies and requirements, please email haven@silkyoaks.org.au.
Why Silky Oaks?
Silky Oaks is committed to making a lasting, positive impact on people and communities to support them to thrive. Common to all our programs is our person-centred approached, as we understand that each person is the expert of their own lives. We are outcomes-focussed, resourceful and think outside- the-box. We are leaders, connectors and strong advocates of the rights of all human beings.
We are currently searching for:
