CCCP Care Coordinator

About Us

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, who are committed to serving people in need in our community and shaping a more just and compassionate society.

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• Office Based in Newcastle + WFH Flexbility
• SCHCADS Award LV5 hourly rates range from $51- $53.31 (dependent on experience) 
• Maximum-term full-time contact until June 2026, in line with current funding. 
• Generous Not-for-Profit  Benefits increasing total pay package up to 16k.

Your Role

In this rewarding role you will be providing care coordination, intensive case management and specialist support for clients who are seeking assistance with alcohol and other drug (AOD) use and other complex support needs. You will undertake person-centered comprehensive assessments and care planning in conjunction with the client and use your knowledge and skills of the AOD and other sectors to effectively provide tailored care, that assists individuals achieve their care plan goals. 

In this diverse role you will be delivering services on an outreach basis, meeting with clients in various locations, onsite and virtually.You will be joining a supportive and inclusive team, where you can contribute meaningfully to the community and make a real difference to people's lives.

Your Responsibility

• Undertake person centred comprehensive assessment & care planning in conjunction with persons seeking support.
• Work in partnerships with referring staff and agencies.
• Develop and implement referral pathways & facilitate access to range of community-based health and non-health services.
• Ensure treatments are targeted & culturally appropriate for Indigenous Australians including linkages to appropriate services.
• Maintain accurate client records, case notes and other data as directed and required.
• Provide direct support and referral in the particular focus areas of employment, training/education, daily living skills, homelessness/housing, social engagement and participation and family and community reconnection.

You Will Need

• Relevant tertiary or VET sector qualification with substantial experience

• Proven experience coordinating care for individuals with complex needs, including AOD issues, mental illness, homelessness, trauma, justice involvement and family or cultural separation

• Skilled in assessment using standard tools

• Ability to provide therapeutic interventions

• Professional, ethical and non-judgemental conduct

• Confident working independently and able to take initiative

• Knowledge of and ability to access relevant community resources

• Capable of working both independently and as part of a team

• Proficient in microsoft office and comfortable with data entry

• NSW driver licence

Apply Now

If this sounds like you, don’t wait - apply now, we are interviewing applications as we receive them.

Any queries please reach out to careers@vinnies.org.au

We Offer:

• Supportive Team – Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community.
• Boost Your Take-Home Pay – Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses.
• Career Progression – Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.
• Learning & Development - On-demand training to support your professional growth. 
• Wellbeing Support –  EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well-being. 
• Inclusive Culture – Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.
• Leave Benefits – Enjoy up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life.

St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed 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.

The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found in the Society’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.