Social Support Coordinator
- Part‑time | Ongoing role | 60.8 hours a fortnight | Flexibility, including work‑from‑home provisions
- Be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary Community Health team
- Opportunity to design and deliver meaningful social connection programs for the Yarra Valley community | Work locally in Healesville and surrounding Yarra Valley sites
- Supported to test, grow and evolve innovative models of social support | Enjoy work‑life balance in a values‑driven public health service
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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.
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.
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about social connection, community wellbeing and creative program delivery. You will design, coordinate and deliver engaging social support programs and group activities that help people stay connected, independent and well in their community.
Working closely with clients, carers and a broader multidisciplinary Community Health team, you will play a key role in developing and delivering flexible, person‑centred programs under CHSP and HACC‑PYP. You will be supported to trial new ideas, co‑design programs with participants, and continuously refine how social support is delivered to best meet the needs of people living in the Yarra Valley.
This is a unique opportunity to shape a modern, program‑based approach to social support in Community Health through combining creativity, autonomy and collaboration within a supportive and forward‑thinking team.
What you’ll be doing
- 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’re someone who enjoys bringing people together and creating positive, welcoming spaces where people feel connected and supported. You’re creative, organised, and comfortable running group programs that make a real difference in people’s lives.
You’ll bring:
- A Certificate III in Aged Care (or equivalent) and twelve months’ experience (full time equivalent) as a Lifestyle Assistant Grade 1. Or certificate IV in Leisure and Health (or equivalent) and has six months’ experience (full time equivalent) as a Lifestyle Assistant Grade 1.
- 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
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage your time and programs effectively
- Confidence in using digital tools (e.g. Microsoft Office) for planning, communication and documentation
Experience working in Community Health or collaborating with multidisciplinary teams is desirable.
For more information about the role and selection criteria, please refer to the Position Description.
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.
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 & supportive teams
- Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- Fitness Passport for work-life balance
- Employee Assistance program accessible for 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
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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.
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We do not accept recruitment agency application
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Please
Contact Person: Benjamin Brewin - Team Leader
Contact Number: 0419 810 387
Contact Email: [email protected]
Job Posting End Date: 10/06/2026
Need help submitting your application?
Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1)
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