Volunteer And Community Participation Coordinator

Overview Volunteer and Community Participation Coordinator 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Connecting People. Strengthening Care - Harness Your Passion and Make a Difference with Us Remuneration: $87,813 - $116,824 p.a. + Superannuation + Salary Packaging Employment Type: Permanent Full Time 38hrs / week Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1 Requisition ID: REQ Closing Date: Sunday, 30th November Do you believe that great care isn’t just delivered in our services—it's built through strong relationships, passionate volunteers, and meaningful connections with our community? Why This Role Matters Every day you will help shape how people experience care—patients, families, volunteers, and community partners. You will be the heart of our volunteer programs and the bridge that brings community strength into our services. Your purpose: harness passion, champion connection, and elevate the experience of care for all. Responsibilities Lead, support, and celebrate volunteers across our services Recruit, welcome, and train new volunteers—helping them find purpose and belonging Spend time across both sites, offering hands‑on presence and guidance Build strong partnerships with community groups, organisations, and fundraising supporters Coordinate events and engagement activities that bring joy, connection, and care Work with consumers and committees on key projects and initiatives Partner with diverse groups—Aboriginal communities, pastoral care, cultural organisations—to strengthen inclusion Turn conversations into outcomes: grants, proposals, collaborative ideas, improvement opportunities What the Role Looks Like This role is wonderfully varied—busy, people‑focused, and full of impact. You will be out in the community, on the floor with volunteers, in meetings, at events—wherever connection is needed. Your Profile You are a people‑person at heart—someone who builds trust with ease and communicates with confidence and warmth. You're creative in your approach, a confident communicator and comfortable working independently while juggling moving parts. You're open‑minded, inclusive, and genuinely driven by the opportunity to improve how people experience care every single day. Success Indicators Exceptional communicator who is open‑minded, inclusive, and able to engage with diverse audiences Skilled at identifying opportunities in everyday situations and turning them into meaningful outcomes Proven success in managing volunteers and financial processes, delivering measurable results Experienced in organising complex tasks efficiently and seamlessly What We Can Offer You We are committed to setting you up for success. You will work closely with the General Manager, who will guide you through a thorough orientation and provide regular check‑ins as you settle into the role. You will receive a comprehensive handover from the current coordinator, with access to professional development, specialised training, and online learning opportunities to help you grow confidently in the role. Benefits and Working Arrangements Predominantly Monday‑to‑Friday role within a flexible work environment, offering adaptable core hours The chance to lead initiatives, with autonomy to work creatively Professional development and training opportunities Monthly Allocated Days Off Access to Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing Increase your take‑home pay with Fitness Passport, Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing options 4 weeks annual leave and 14 weeks paid parental leave Additional Information An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. We are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier‑free application process. Information For Applicants: Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit : This is a Category B position. Salary Packaging is beneficial and may increase take‑home pay. See for more information. This content may include additional notices related to policy and benefits. Location References Bar Beach, Newcastle, Metford and other related NSW Health locations as applicable #J-18808-Ljbffr