About the Opportunity  

We are seeking a passionate and organised Community Support Coordinator to join our Community Support Team, with a focus on the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS).

This role is primarily based at our Camberwell office and involves supporting older people and volunteers across metropolitan Melbourne. The position plays an important role in reducing social isolation and loneliness for older people by facilitating meaningful volunteer friendships and community connections.

The Community Support Coordinator is responsible for recruiting, inducting, training and supporting volunteers, coordinating recipient referrals and matches, maintaining strong stakeholder relationships, and ensuring the effective delivery of the ACVVS program in line with Department of Health and Aged Care guidelines.

This position also contributes to broader Community Support initiatives, including volunteer engagement across other Inclusion Melbourne programs and operational areas as required.

What we are looking for 

• A genuine interest in, and commitment to, Inclusion Melbourne’s vision, mission and values
• Experience in volunteer recruitment, coordination, support and retention, preferably within the not-for-profit or community services sector
• Experience working with older people, community engagement, or social support programs highly regarded
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• Strong administration, reporting and organisational skills
• Experience maintaining databases and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team while also managing independent tasks and priorities
• Experience in ACVVS program support, community development, training or facilitation will be highly regarded
• Current Victorian Driver Licence

What we can offer you 

• Salary based on the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services (SCHADS) Award 2010 – Level 3
• Opportunities for progression;
• Generous salary packaging benefits reduce your taxable income, to increase your take-home pay;
• Employee benefits and discount membership, to save on retail and leisure;
• Supportive workplace promoting positive culture, wellbeing and access to a qualified mental health first aider and Employee Assistance Program;
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Working Arrangements 

The role is primarily based at our head office in Camberwell, with travel required across metropolitan Melbourne.

Flexible working arrangements are available including hybrid opportunities and some capacity to work from home. Occasional out-of-hours work may also be required.

Safety Requirements 

Safety Screening

Inclusion Melbourne’s recruitment procedures reflect our commitment to the safety of the people we support.  You must have a NDIS worker screening clearance check before commencing work.  You will also be required to undertake the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission’s free online Worker Orientation Module prior to commencing.

Visit Service Victoria’s website for further information and to obtain the mandatory NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Vaccination Requirements

As a part of Inclusion Melbourne’s ongoing commitment to the health and well-being of our clients, staff, volunteers and the community, Inclusion Melbourne requires successful candidates are required to meet vaccination requirements as assessed appropriate for the role.

Further Information 

Applications 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Inclusion Melbourne is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce that reflects the diverse needs of the people we support.  Inclusion Melbourne is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people with a disability, and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and the LGBTIQ community 

Position Description  is attached below.

Who to contact 

Ruth Morgan – Team Leader, Community Support

[email protected] using the subject line: Community Support Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Availability: 3 days a week at 7.6 hours

Employment Status: Part Time