We're Hiring!

Social Care Coordinator - Full Time

Mt St Vincent, Ulverstone, Tasmania

Are you passionate about enriching the lives of older people and creating moments that truly matter? Join the caring and dedicated team at Mt St Vincent as our new Social Care Coordinator and help bring joy, connection, and purpose to our residents every day.

We’re looking for a warm, creative, and organised professional who thrives on building meaningful relationships and leading programs that foster community, wellbeing, and fun. If you have a heart for people and a talent for turning everyday moments into something special, we’d love to hear from you.

Who We Are

At Respect Aged Care, we’ve been proudly serving older Australians since 1922. As a not for profit organisation, we’re driven by purpose, not profit, and are dedicated to creating communities of belonging where every person is valued and respected.

Headquartered on Tasmania’s northwest coast, Respect has grown to include multiple aged care homes, home care services, and retirement living communities across Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland. Our guiding belief is simple yet powerful: Everyone deserves the right to a life well lived, with dignity and respect.

About the Role

As the Social Care Coordinator, you’ll lead and oversee the social care program at Mt St Vincent. Working closely with the General Manager and a passionate team of staff and volunteers, you’ll design and deliver engaging, resident focused programs that nurture wellbeing, creativity, and social connection.

 Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and continually enhance social, emotional, and recreational programs tailored to residents’ interests and needs.
• Lead and support social care staff and volunteers in delivering high quality activities and experiences.
• Foster partnerships and connections with the local community, schools, and organisations.
• Facilitate resident meetings and encourage input in planning and program design.
• Maintain accurate records, program statistics, and resource inventories.
• Monitor and manage social care supplies and undertake audits as required.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards and promote a culture of safety, respect, and inclusion.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:
• Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle (or similar qualification).
• Current National Police Check (or ability to obtain).
• Proficiency in computer and information management systems.
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable:
• Experience in aged care, dementia care, or therapeutic or recreational services.
• Membership with Diversional Therapy Australia.
• Experience providing complementary or creative therapies.

Why Join Respect?

• Supportive, inclusive, and community focused culture.
• Competitive salary with access to salary packaging benefits.
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and growth.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of older Australians.

Bring your compassion, creativity, and leadership to Mt St Vincent and help us shape a vibrant, connected life for every resident.

Apply today and be part of something truly meaningful.

*The successful candidate will receive a salary between the range of $70,000 - $80,000*