Posted: 27/07/2026
Closing Date: 10/08/2026
Job Type: Part Time
Location: Carers Victoria
Job Category: Community Services and Development
Carers Victoria is the state's peak for-purpose organisation dedicated to ensuring that the 1 million unpaid carers across Victoria are understood, recognised, and supported.
We provide free advice, deliver events and education, connect carers to vital respite activities, and analyse data to influence systemic change.
Our mission is to ensure that all unpaid carers are recognised, valued, and supported.
We're focused on change for purpose and continue to evolve so we can better meet the needs of carers .
We'relooking for a Regional Carer Navigator (RCN) to lead local efforts in the Metro Melbourne.
Job Description
The opportunity
Carers Victoria is looking for an enthusiastic and results-driven person to join our Regional Carer Engagement Team to team as our Metropolitan Regional Carer Navigator.
This part time role will suit someone who has experience in designing and delivering group programs and building connections and referral pathways between organisations.
What you'll be doing
Planning, designing & facilitating inclusive, group-based activities that engage and empower carers
Strengthening partnerships and referral pathways to make it easier for carers to get information, advice and assistance when they need it and increasing awareness of Carers Victoria
Regularly reviewing, reporting on, and adapting the program we offer.
About you
You will bring the following skills and experience to the role:
Experience designing andfacilitatinggroup-based wellbeing and inclusion programs
Strong understanding (or ability to quickly develop understanding) of issues affecting unpaid carers
Proven ability to build trusted relationships across community, health, and local government sectors
Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team




Strong organisational and administrative skills, including use of CRM systems and MS Officesuite
Person-centred, inclusive approach that respects diverse experiences and identities
Proactive, self-motivated, and able to exercise sound judgement
Highly developed communication skills with carers and professionals
Commitment to child safety, cultural safety, and building connected, caring communities
Qualifications
Tertiary qualifications in social work, community development, psychology,counselling, or a related discipline, orsignificant experiencein a comparable community-facing role
Valid driver's licence and access to a vehicle for travel
Current first aid certificate or willingness to undertake first aid training
Willingness to provide a current Working with Children Check and undertake apolicecheck prior to commencement
Key attributes
A self-starter
who can work autonomously,identifylocal opportunities, and take initiative in a regional setting
Community-connected
with the ability to build trust and credibility across diverse local networks
Relationship-focused
, skilled at forming andmaintainingstrong partnerships with carers, service providers, and stakeholders
Empathetic and person-centred
, with a genuine commitment to supporting unpaid carers and respecting lived experience
Adaptable and resourceful
, able to respond to changing community needs and work flexibly across locations
Organised and accountable,
with solid planning, reporting, and follow-through skills
Values-driven,
aligned with Carers Victoria's commitment to inclusion, safety,



and social justice
Why work with us
Join a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to improving outcomes for unpaid carers
Work in a values-driven, forward-thinking organisation
12-month fixed-term, part-time position (0.6 FTE, three days per week: Monday to Wednesday), with the opportunity to increase to 0.8 FTE until October to cover staff leave.
Salary: $96,893 -gross pro rata + plus superannuation, with some flexibility to negotiate based on experience and qualifications
Not-for-profit salary packaging available
Hybrid working arrangement: a mix of working from home, potentially from place-based services in the region, regional travel within the catchment (with reimbursed costs), and travel to the Melbourne CBD office for weekly anchor day and team days.
There may be some regional travel which might require overnight stays.
Pleasenote:shortlisted applicants willbe requiredto undergo pre-employment checks, including but not limited to a national police check, Working with Children Check, working rights and reference checks.
Further information
If you have questions about this role, please email ****** the subject line:Job Enquiry - Regional Carer Navigator – Metro Melbourne
Carers Victoria is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ communities, carers, and people with disabilities.
Carers Victoria is committed tomaintaininga diverse workforce that reflects the diverse needs of the people we support.
We draw pride and strength from our diversity and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.
Carers Victoria is also committed to protecting the best interests and safety of children and vulnerable individuals.
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📌 Regional Carer Navigator (Metro Melbourne)
🏢 Carers Victoria
📍 Melbourne