Love helping people? Bring your skills, energy and big heart to a role where you can make a positive difference in the lives of others!

- Be part of a community program that helps people in need

- Casual opportunity with flexibility to fit your lifestyle

- $46.70 per hour + 25% casual loading + 15% super and more!

The position

Be part of something meaningful at Samaritan House, the ACT’s only crisis accommodation service for single men aged 18–65 experiencing homelessness. With 13 beds and support available 24/7, Samaritan House provides more than just a place to stay. It offers a safe space, a fresh start and a pathway towards longer-term housing.

As a Support Worker, you’ll help make the House a welcoming place where residents feel safe, respected and supported. Reporting to the Coordinator Samaritan House, you’ll work on a rotating roster, often independently, keeping daily operations running smoothly while supporting residents with their needs, building positive connections and encouraging steps towards greater independence. It’s a hands-on, meaningful role where the little things you do each day can make a big difference in someone’s life!

To be successful in this role, you must hold a current driver’s licence and will be required to complete a National Police Check, and hold or obtain a Working with Vulnerable People Card (WWVP) and First Aid Certificate upon commencing. This is a casual position based in Hackett, ACT.

About you

You’re a people person with a big heart and a passion for helping others! You have experience supporting people experiencing homelessness, including those facing crisis, mental health challenges or addiction. You know how to listen,



build trust and connect people with the right support to help them move forward. A Certificate IV in Community Services, Community Development or a related field is highly desirable, but we’ll also consider strong relevant experience and skills.

You’re practical, approachable and ready to roll up your sleeves! You’re confident working independently, making sound decisions and juggling different tasks, from supporting residents to daily administration and hospitality duties. You communicate well, work as part of a team and can adapt when things don’t go to plan. Samaritan House operates 24/7, so weekday availability is essential, along with flexibility to work evening, overnight and weekend shifts.

Our Offer

At Vinnies, we value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive range of benefits to enhance the work-life balance and overall well-being of our team. Here are some of the exceptional benefits we offer:

- Enterprise Agreement Classification – Community Level 4 with an hourly rate of $46.70 per hour

- 15% Superannuation and 25% Casual Loading

- Boost your salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 per FBT year, with an additional Meals and Entertainment package available up to $2,650 per FBT year to increase your take-home pay.

- Health and wellbeing support, including access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), because our people are our greatest asset.





Our commitment to your wellbeing extends beyond these benefits. We constantly strive to enhance the employee’s experience by introducing new initiatives, fostering a positive work environment, and offering opportunities for professional growth and development.

Want to Know More?

For detailed role information, please contact Elizabeth Carr, Coordinator – Samaritan House via [email protected] or 0417 669 147 (during business hours).

For general recruitment enquiries, contact our team via [email protected]

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. The position description can be downloaded here.

Applications Close: 11:30pm, Sunday 1 November 2026

Please note shortlisted applicants may be contacted prior to the closing date.

Safeguarding Commitment: In its work, Vinnies Canberra Goulburn is committed to the safeguarding and protecting of children and vulnerable people. We work to prevent all forms of abuse and protect children, young people, and vulnerable adults, making sure they are treated with dignity and care. Our full safeguarding commitment statement is available Safeguarding | Vinnies

Learn more about the Society’s commitment to keeping children and vulnerable adults safe by watching the SVdP Safeguarding – Guide for Society Personnel video.

St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn is an Equal Employment Chance Employer and is committed to engaging a diverse workforce. The Society strongly encourages applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

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