Project Officer - Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme
- Support delivery and improvement of the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme, connecting older Tasmanians with volunteers to reduce social isolation.
- Recruit, onboard, match and engage volunteers, while supporting participant relationships and volunteer wellbeing and safety.
- Build relationships with aged care providers and community organisations, maintain program records and manage workload across Tasmania.
Relationships Australia Tasmania (RA Tas) is a community-based, not-for-profit organisation firmly committed to helping people and communities thrive. We deliver a variety of programmes to assist individuals and families.
Our culture is the foundation upon which everything else is built. That’s why we invest in building an environment where our people feel supported and motivated to help make our vision a reality. We believe that a collective effort that draws upon the diverse strengths of all staff create the best results.
The diverse background and perspectives of our staff, the people we support, and our inclusive and collaborative culture are the keys to our success.
We are seeking a Project Officer to support the delivery of programs that strengthen social connection, wellbeing and community participation across Tasmania.
This role supports the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS), which connects older Tasmanians experiencing loneliness and social isolation with volunteers to build meaningful social connections.
In this varied and rewarding role, you will support the recruitment, onboarding and ongoing engagement of volunteers, match volunteers with participants, and build strong relationships with aged care providers and community organisations. You will also engage with participants, support volunteer wellbeing and safety, maintain accurate program records and contribute to the ongoing delivery and improvement of the program. Working closely with the ACVVS Coordinator, you will manage your own workload and support effective service delivery across Tasmania.
This is a permanent part-time opportunity, working 9 days per fortnight (0.9 FTE)
Do you fit the bill
- A relevant qualification in community services, social work, health, education or similar (or equivalent experience)
- Experience supporting program delivery, volunteer engagement or community development initiatives
- Experience working with diverse populations, including young people and/or older people
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Strong organisational and administrative skills, with good attention to detail
- Current drivers license
Benefits
- Salary starting from $93,521 + Super / *Pro-rata
- Additional PAID leave days (up to 6 per year!)
- Up to 4 weeks extra leave per year through our purchased leave scheme
- Salary packaging options (up to $18,550 TAX FREE each FB year)
- Paid parental leave available after 12 months of ongoing employment
- Industry best practice Supervision to support you in your professional journey
- Discounted corporate health insurance
- Flexible work options
- Employer supported study leave
- Gender affirmation leave
- First Nations Cultural Leave for Ceremonial Purposes
- Ongoing professional development
- Access to confidential counselling and support services
While not essential, applicants who provide a one-page cover letter outlining how their skills and experience align with the position description will be viewed favourably.
If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, read the Position Description and contactRhianna Peters, Wellbeing and Volunteer Coordinator, on Recruitment@reltas.com.au.
Applications close 23/11/2026. A one page cover letter is a great opportunity to tell us a little more about yourself and how your experience aligns with the role.
Applicants who cannot view the Position Description via the link above, please view from our Careers Page www.tas.relationships.org.au/careers/current-vacancies/
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