Support Worker

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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• Max-term Part-time: 15 hours per week (some flexibiliy on days/hours) 
• SCHCADS Award: hourly rates range from $38 -$41 (dependent on experience) 
• Generous tax-free packaging benefits: to boost your take-home pay
• Career development: we pride ourselves on career development pathways for all employees!

Your Role

As a Support Worker at Edel Quinn, you will play a key role in empowering individuals experiencing homelessness on their path to stable housing. You will assist with client intake, assessments, and daily operations, ensuring each client receives the tailored care and support they need to thrive. Join a compassionate and inclusive team where your professional growth is valued, and your contributions make a meaningful difference in the community.

Your Responsibility

• Supporting clients with day-to-day needs in line with their case plans

• Assisting with intakes, assessments, and smooth exits from the service

• Helping manage accommodation services including meal prep and room checks

• Working alongside case workers to support group activities and referrals

• Advocating for clients and helping them access essential services

• Keeping accurate, professional records and maintaining a safe, clean space

• Ensuring WHS standards are upheld at all times

You Will Need

• Available to work a rotating roster covering days, overnights and weekends, although not every week some flexibility required.

• A Certificate qualification in a relevant field or current tertiary studies

• Excellent communication and people skills

• Confidence to work both independently and within a team

• Good judgement and calm approach in challenging situations

• A current first aid certificate

• A respectful, ethical and non-judgemental approach

• An understanding of WHS and risk management principles

Apply Now

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

Any queires please email 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.