The V Centre, Ivanhoe, 172 Burwood Road, HAWTHORN, Victoria, Australia
Posted Monday 18 May 2026 at 2:00 pm
* Be part of an innovative program that seeks to empower Veterans
* Permanent part time positions available (5.5 hour shifts) Mornings, Afternoons and Evenings
* Competitive remuneration on offer + super & salary packaging benefits (up to $18,550 tax-free salary component = more take home pay)
* Located at our purpose built V-Centre in Ivanhoe
About The V-Centre Veteran Empowerment Program
The V Centre's Veteran Empowerment Program provides transitional accommodation and wrap around support services to veterans who may have a range of complex social and/or health needs and are at risk of homelessness with the goal of empowering them in to a meaningful life with stable accomodation.
The Support Worker will have the opportunity to work with veterans of any age who seek support at The V Centre due to homelessness or at risk of homelessness. You will engage with participants to provide support, skill-building, connection, and engagement to assist in meeting the participants' holistic needs and to improve their health and wellbeing.
Shifts are 5.5 hours in length across mornings, afternoons and nights.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will be a kind and effective communicator and be confident to relate positively with our veteran participants, employees and stakeholders. Your understanding of veteran needs and culture of peer support and camaraderie will be very highly regarded.
We are looking for people who bring diverse skillsets to the role that will assist building life skills and wellness in others, such as but not limited to topics like: exercise, chef/food preparation/healthy eating, experience as a social/community worker, experience as a mental health support worker, life coach, yoga teacher, experience with a trade such as carpentry or similar, art therapy, sports team coaching or member of leadership group.
You will also have:
* Certificate IV or equivalent in community services, welfare or AOD, or related experience in nursing, personal training, coaching etc.
* Experience as a mental health support worker.
* Demonstrated ability in effectively dealing with challenging behaviours, and to think clearly and analytically for responding appropriately to unexpected situations as they arise.
* Demonstrated strong computer literacy with emphasis on Microsoft Office, client management systems and internet.
* Current full Victorian Driver's license and ability and willingness to drive bus/van.
* Current First Aid Certificate or ability to obtain the qualification.
* Willingness to undergo a National police check and provide proof of rights to work in Australia
We recognise the rich diversity of people across Australia. We are committed to ensuring that our team is reflective of the diverse community we serve and to supporting a culture of equity, inclusion and diversity. We encourage First Nations people to apply.
Vasey RSL Care is a partner in the Veteran and Defence Partner Employment program and encourages veterans and defence partners to apply.
How to apply
If you believe in making a difference, we would love to hear from you, please apply online.
Benefits for you
* Be part of a culture that is welcoming, engaging and supportive
* Generous and industry competitive salary and conditions of employment
* Flexible work hours for work-life balance
* Industry-leading training and educationto help you upskill
* Access to our Wellbeing Program
* Formal employee Reward and Recognition program
The V Centre, Ivanhoe, 172 Burwood Road, HAWTHORN, Victoria, Australia
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