Group Respite & Flexible Support Coordinator

  • Morwell, VIC, 3840
  • Aged & Carer Services
  • Maximum Term Part Time
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  • Part time (4 days per week) | Maximum term contract until 30 June 2027
  • Based in Morwell
  • Increase fortnight take-home pay with access to salary packaging benefits 
Your new role 

In this role you will support 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.

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. 

  • An extra 17.5% on top of your fortnightly pay when you take paid annual leave 
  • Ability to increase your take-home pay by accessing up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits which can be used for living expenses such as rent, groceries, bills, clothing, and much more
  • 10% discount for eligible employees on the childcare subsidy gap fee when using a Uniting Early Learning service or centre 
  • Up to 10 weeks paid parental leave 
  • Enjoy 25% off at Uniting Op Shops 
Your skills and experience 

You will bring with you:

  • A relevant tertiary qualification in community services, disability or a related discipline
  • Current Victorian driver's licence
  • Current first aid and CPR certificates
  • Experience working with and advocating for vulnerable and complex people from diverse backgrounds
  • Experience in delivering capacity building and social inclusion activities for people with all abilities
  • Experience in coordinating and supporting volunteers.
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, please reach out to Sam Massey, Manager Children Youth & Families on (03) 9051 7000 or sam.massey@vt.uniting.org to arrange 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 LGBTQIA+. 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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