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Social Care Coordinator

  • St John's, VIC, Australia
  • Full time
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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 

St John’s is a warm and welcoming residential aged care home with a strong sense of community. Known for its supportive team culture and close relationships with residents and families, St John’s offers a homely environment where person-centred care and genuine connection are at the heart of everything we do.

The Social Care Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day oversight and delivery of the social care program at St John’s. Working closely with the General Manager, you will lead social care staff and volunteers to deliver engaging, enriching and responsive programs that reflect the individual needs, preferences and abilities of residents.

This is a full-time salaried role, offering consistency, autonomy and the opportunity to make a genuine impact on residents’ quality of life.

 

No two days are the same! As Social Care Coordinator, you will: 
  • Lead, deliver and continually review resident-focused social, recreational and therapeutic programs that reflect individual needs, preferences and abilities.

  • Supervise, support and coordinate social care staff and volunteers, fostering a positive, compliant and engaged team environment.

  • Promote social connectedness by actively engaging residents, families and the local community, including community groups, schools and support agencies.

  • Manage social care resources, documentation and budgets, ensuring accurate records, effective stock control and compliance with organisational and legislative requirements.

  • Contribute to facility leadership, quality improvement and strategic planning, including participation in management meetings, audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

 

About You 

You’ll thrive with us if you have:

  • Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle or a related discipline
  • Current National Police Certificate (or ability to obtain)
  • Current Driver’s License
  • First Aid Certificate
  • Strong computer and information management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • A genuinely empathetic, resident-focused approach
  • Experience working in Memory Support / Dementia care

 

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!

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