Title: Social Support Coordinator
Requisition ID: 6238
Location:
Healesville, VIC, AU, 3777 Lilydale, VIC, AU, 3140
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Job Posting Date: 7 Aug 2026
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Social Support Coordinator
Permanent part-time | 30.4 hours per week with flexible work arrangements, including work from home
Work across Healesville and the Yarra Valley shaping innovative social support programs
Create and deliver meaningful opportunities for community connection
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Social Support Coordinator to join our Community Health team in the Yarra Valley, based primarily at Healesville Hospital and local outreach sites. Ideal for someone passionate about social connection and community wellbeing, this role will see you design, coordinate and deliver engaging programs and group activities that help people stay connected, independent and thriving in their community.
Working closely with clients, carers and a multidisciplinary Community Health team, you will develop and deliver flexible, person-centred programs under CHSP and HACC-PYP. You’ll be supported to trial new ideas and co-design initiatives with participants helping shape innovative approaches to social support that strengthen connection, wellbeing and independence across the Yarra Valley.
A regular day will see you:
Planning and facilitating group‑based social support and community connection programs
Working with clients to identify social needs, interests and participation goals
Collaborating with allied health, nursing and community partners
Supporting ongoing program review, co‑design and improvement
Contributing to innovative approaches to social support in Community Health
About you
You thrive on building connections and creating welcoming spaces where people feel valued and supported. With a creative mindset and strong organisational skills, you enjoy delivering programs that make a real difference.
To be successful in this role you will bring with you:
Certificate III in Aged Care (or equivalent) with 12 months' experience as a Lifestyle Assistant Grade 1, or Certificate IV in Leisure and Health (or equivalent) with 6 months' experience.
Experience delivering group‑based social, community or wellbeing programs.
An understanding of how social connection supports health, independence and quality of life.
A creative and self‑motivated approach, with the confidence to run programs independently.
Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with a wide range of people.
Confidence in using digital tools (e.g. Microsoft Office) for planning, communication and documentation.
Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role, and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.
About Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.
Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.
This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
Mentor and Shadowing program
Access to discovery days across our 50 sites
Study and professional development leave
Friendly and supportive teams
Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Fitness passport for work-life balance
Employee assistance program accessible to you and your loved ones
Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements
Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme
Access to private health insurance offers
Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training
Cafes at all our hospitals
Next steps
Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference and are eligible to work in Australia. We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates. If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.
Good to know
We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
Advertising may end before the closing date.
We do not accept recruitment agency applications.
Please click here to view the Position Description.
Contact Person: Benjamin Brewin - Team Leader
Contact Number: 0419 810 387
Contact Email: [email protected]
Job Posting End Date: Sunday 6 September 2026
Need help submitting your application?
Contact the Hiring Manager listed in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (option 1) for support.
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