Job Description
The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW is a leading provider of community support services, committed to supporting people experiencing disadvantage and working towards a more just and compassionate society.
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Flexible Casual Role:
Work-life balance with adaptable scheduling (occational weekend work)
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Competitive Salary:
SCHADS Award LV3, hourly rates starting from $***** + generous tax-free packaging benefits.
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Diverse & Rewarding Role:
Combine creativity, collaboration, and purpose in a role that supports real community impact.
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Supportive Culture:
Join a compassionate and collaborative team that values your contributions.
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Your Role n
This is an
exciting newly created role
where you will play a key part in strengthening community connections and shaping place-based, person-led practice. You will work closely with local teams, community leaders and partner organisations to build trust, amplify community voices and support community-led solutions. This role offers a rare opportunity to influence systems change while staying grounded in real community impact. You will join a
supportive, inclusive team
that values collaboration, creativity and learning, and is committed to working alongside communities.
Your Responsibility n
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Coordinate, deliver, and facilitate community outreach programs and activities that foster social inclusion and build individual and community capacity.
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Work closely with internal teams—including homelessness, housing, and health services—to create secure, inclusive, and welcoming environments.
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Strengthen local partnerships and collaborate with stakeholders to extend support networks and increase engagement.
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Assess individual needs during outreach and provide appropriate information, resources, and referrals.
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Implement strategies that promote participation and inclusivity among People We Assist (PWA).
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Set up, pack down, and manage logistics for pop-up community outreach activities.
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Maintain clear records, feedback mechanisms, and data to support program evaluation and continuous improvement.
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Uphold workplace health and safety practices to ensure safe environments for all participants, members, volunteers, and staff.
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You Will Need n
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Tertiary qualifications and/or relevant experience in community development, social work, or community services.
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Practical experience delivering programs, events, or educational activities in community settings.
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Confidence working with individuals experiencing homelessness, trauma, mental health challenges, substance use, or long-term unemployment.
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A strengths-based and trauma-informed approach, with sound de-escalation skills.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative mindset.
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Strong organisational and time-management abilities, with capacity to manage competing priorities.
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Computer literacy and the ability to manage reporting and digital tools effectively.
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Physical ability to assist with outreach activity setup (e.g. tables, chairs, supplies).
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Current NSW Driver Licence and valid Working with Children Check.
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St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW)



welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and arecommitted to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages. If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.
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The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found intheSociety's commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health / medical assessment may be required for some roles.
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We offer:
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Supportive Team
- Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community.
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Boost Your Take-Home Pay
- Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses.
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Career Progression
- Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.
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Learning & Development
- Training to support your qualified growth.
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Wellbeing Support
- EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well-being.
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Inclusive Culture
- Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.
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Leave Benefits
- 5 days Sorry Business Leave , Mental Health/Wellbeing Day Off, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life.
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📌 Community Development Coordinator (New South Wales)
🏢 St Vincent de Paul Society NSW
📍 New South Wales