• Part time (4 days per week) | Maximum term position to 30 June 2026
• Increase fortnight take-home pay with access to $15,900 salary packaging benefits!
• 10% gap discount for childcare services with Uniting Early Learning

Your new role

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Group Respite and Flexible Support Coordinator to join our team. This vital role supports individuals engaged in the HACC PYP (Home and Community Care Program for Younger People) and Support for Carers Program by coordinating meaningful and flexible group-based activities that foster connection, emotional wellbeing, and independence.

As the Coordinator, you will design and implement programs that encourage participation in everyday life, rebuild confidence, and enhance social inclusion—all while providing essential respite for carers. You’ll lead the planning and delivery of group activities with the support of Volunteers and Peer Mentors, ensuring all services are delivered in a way that upholds human dignity and promotes social justice and equity.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate group and peer-based activities that support social engagement, wellbeing, and respite
• Recruit, train, and supervise Volunteers and Peer Mentors to deliver inclusive and empowering programs
• Build capacity and confidence in participants through tailored support strategies
• Work collaboratively with carers, participants, and community stakeholders
• Monitor program outcomes and ensure services align with funding requirements and organizational values

Benefits of working at Uniting

Our work isn’t easy, but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.

In addition to your salary of (SCHADS Level 3) + super, you can access the following.

• Access salary packaging to increase take-home pay.
• Enjoy a 10% discount at Uniting Early Learning, or 60% for centre staff!
• Up to 10 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers (4 for secondary).
• Free counselling with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Access training and development opportunities to help you grow.
• Enjoy 25% off at Uniting Op Shops. 

Your skills and experience

You will meet the person specification in the position description including having a relevant tertiary/post-secondary qualification in community services, disability, or related disciplines. Experience of working with vulnerable people would be advantageous.

You will also have:

• Demonstrated ability to participate in a multi-skilling learning environment and be able to relate positively to a broad range of people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to deliver capacity building and social inclusion activities for people with all abilities.
• Knowledge of and previous working experience in the disability field.
• Experience in advocating for disadvantaged individuals with complex needs.
• Experience in coordinating and supporting Volunteers.

View the position description here.

How to apply

Click APPLY to submit your interest.

If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please apply soon. We'll review applications as they come in and may close the ad early.

For any questions, reach out to Sam Massey – Manager, Children Youth & Families on 0499 366 488 for a chat.

About Uniting

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.

Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Through the recruitment process, we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional, however, it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a diverse background or LGBT+. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.

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