Support Centre Coordinator

About Us

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, whose values  it is to shape a more just and compassionate society. 

We believe our employees are key to our success and offer Learning and Development programs to enhance and grow your career across a range of teams and services.  Our employees are recognised for their achievements and offered promotional opportunities on a meritocracy basis within a collegiate and values driven team environment and culture.  

The Society recognises the value of an inclusive work environment and believes that our diversity is a strength in the work we do with our local communities. 

Your Role

Looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference in people’s lives? As a Support Centre Coordinator, you’ll oversee the day-to-day operations of a Vinnies Support Centre, a welcoming space that provides essential assistance, referral services and community connection to people doing it tough. This is a leadership role where you’ll guide volunteers, support clients with complex needs and work alongside community partners to deliver meaningful impact. This is a 6 month contract position at SCHADS award level 4.1.

Your Responsibility

• Lead the daily operations of the Support Centre, ensuring high-quality client services.
• Manage and support a team of volunteers and staff, fostering a positive, collaborative environment.
• Coordinate emergency relief activities including food pantry, vouchers, and referrals.
• Work directly with clients, assessing needs, offering support and connecting them to appropriate services.
• Build strong community partnerships with local organisations, government services, and healthcare providers.
• Ensure compliance with WHS, food safety, and financial assistance policies.
• Report on centre activities and contribute to strategic and operational planning.

You Will Need

• Tertiary qualifications in social sciences, welfare, psychology, education or a related field.
• Experience working with disadvantaged communities and strong assessment skills.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate staff and volunteers.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Experience managing volunteers and delivering training.
• Computer literacy and effective time management skills.
• A current NSW Driver Licence.

Apply Now

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

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.