Social Care Coordinator
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1C Haigh Street, Baw Baw Views, VIC, Australia, 3825
About Us
At Respect, we’re proud to be the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia.
As a not-for-profit organisation, everything we do is driven by our commitment to supporting older Australians with dignity, compassion and genuine connection.
We’re a growing, values-led organisation with a strong focus on our residents, their families and our team. When you join Respect, you become part of a supportive community that thrives on collaboration, trust and the shared belief that everyone deserves to feel valued.
If you’re looking for an organisation that invests in its people, celebrates purpose, and offers meaningful career pathways, you’ll feel right at home with us.
Why You Will Love Working With Us
- A workplace culture that celebrates people, progress, and purpose
- Meaningful work where you see the impact you make every day
- Opportunities to grow your career
- Save tax by salary packing up to $15,900 of living expenses and a further $2650 for meals out, and holiday accommodation!
About the Role
Located in the heart of Moe and just five minutes from freeways to Melbourne and Gippsland, Baw Baw Views is a modern aged care home with 144 spacious, private king single rooms.
Join our team as Social Care Coordinator and make a real difference in residents’ lives. You’ll plan and deliver engaging, enriching programs tailored to their needs, while leading and supporting social care staff and volunteers. Working closely with the General Manager, you’ll oversee the day-to-day operations of the social care program in a welcoming, supportive environment where both residents and team members thrive.
No two days are the same! As a Social Care Coordinator, you will:
- Foster and promote social connectedness and actively engage and liaise with the local community, community groups, schools and sporting organisations.
- Maintain appropriate clinical records, statistics and register of programs and attendance.
- Facilitate resident meetings and encourage participation in planning and program development.
- Implement a vibrant and integrated volunteer program which ensures community engagement and encourages resident participation.
- Ensure that social care expenditure is in accordance with approved budget.
- Ensure social care staff and volunteers are made aware of their policy, legislative and other relevant compliance obligations.
About You
You’ll thrive with us if you have:
- Certificate IV Qualification in Leisure and Lifestyle or similar discipline.
- Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).
- Current Driver’s License.
- Proficient computer systems and information management skills.
- First Aid Certificate.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience in residential aged care.
- Knowledge of and access to community groups and community support agencies.
Perks & Benefits
- As a not-for-profit you can reduce your tax by salary packaging up to $15,900 per year for living expenses, bills, rent, mortgage and groceries. Take advantage of a further $2,650 to pay for meals out or holiday accommodation
- Training and development pathways
- Supportive leaders who are onsite
- A friendly, down-to-earth workplace
- Opportunity to build a long-term career in aged care
Ready to Apply?
If you’re passionate about caring for others and want to be part of a team that genuinely values you, we would love to hear from you.
Please note that selection processes will commence immediately, any late applications may result in exclusion from the process.
To be considered please apply now!