Volunteer Coordinator at St Vincents Health Australia Group Support Services

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Volunteer Coordination, Recruitment Processing, Communication, Relationship Building, Program Management, Compliance, Problem Solving, Healthcare Experience, Aged Care Experience, Community Programs

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description: Better and fairer care. Always. There’s never been a more exciting time to join St Vincent’s. Recently, we unified all volunteer programs into one national team, strengthening our impact across hospitals, aged care, community programs and support at home. Guided by the values of the Sisters of Charity, our incredible volunteers bring kindness, dignity and human connection to those who need it most. In this role, you’ll play a key part in shaping and delivering that impact every day. You’ll also contribute to our vision Bringing Care Home, extending the best of St Vincent’s care beyond traditional settings into the community. Three (3) positions are available – one based in Sydney, one based in Melbourne and one based in Brisbane. All are permanent positions that will require you to work across our aged care homes, our central Corporate local office and you will have the flexibility to work from home. Key Responsibilities Responsible for the volunteer lifecycle, including a key focus on high volume, end to end recruitment Build genuine, professional relationships with internal teams, community partners and stakeholders to assist grow our volunteer program Support structured volunteer orientation and training to ensure high-quality, consistent experiences and positive retention outcomes Coordinate volunteer programs, events and recognition initiatives that strengthen engagement Maintain accurate records and reporting, ensuring compliance and supporting data-informed decisions Monitor program performance, identify gaps and implement practical improvements Oversee volunteer-to-resident matching to ensure meaningful, appropriate friendships and connections Track engagement and outcomes, providing clear insights to enhance program effectiveness About You Genuinely motivated by mission, purpose and connection, with values aligned to St Vincent’s mission of care and compassion Highly organised, reliable and professional, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively Proven experience in coordinating volunteers with strong recruitment processing knowledge Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with confidence working across diverse stakeholder groups Strong understanding of volunteer or program management, compliance and best practice frameworks Proactive and solutions-focused, with the ability to identify issues and implement improvements Genuinely motivated by purpose and connection, with values aligned to St Vincent’s mission of care and compassion Experience in healthcare, aged care, or community programs is highly regarded Things that work for you Be part of a supportive team with a dedicated mission focused, community spirit, where you can grow professionally and make a sincere impact Contribute to a role that makes a meaningful difference in people’s lives Opportunity to work for the nation’s largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive vision More take-home pay with competitive salary packaging options up to $15,990, Novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annum Employee benefits galore! At St Vincent’s we value inclusivity and diversity and acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, fair and impartial and invites people from all backgrounds to join us. Pre-Employment Checks Employment is subject to required checks, including relevant immunisations. Equal Opportunity We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all. How to Apply Please apply via the Apply button with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability. Respectfully, no recruitment agencies. Closing Date: 16 April 2026 11:59pm Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct Set up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. New users can click Create Account from the Sign-in screen. St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more. Click Forgot your password? from the Sign-in screen and follow the instructions to reset.

Responsibilities

The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for managing the volunteer lifecycle, focusing on recruitment, training, and engagement. They will also coordinate volunteer programs and maintain accurate records to support program effectiveness.