Volunteer Coordinator

5 days ago

Mount Gambier, South Australia Department for Child Protection Full time

Role Status: 37.5 hours a fortnight, term role until 29 May 2026

Remuneration: $67,589 - $72,033

Role Details:

We are looking for a Volunteer Coordinator to join our Limestone Coast office within the Department for Child Protection. This role is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys connecting with people, supporting community engagement and helping volunteers deliver high quality services. You will work closely with the Business Manager to maintain and grow our volunteer program, ensuring volunteers are well supported, confident in their role and able to make a positive difference. Your work will contribute to strong outcomes for children, families and the broader community.

In this role, you will

  • Recruit, assess, train and support volunteers to deliver high quality assistance.
  • Coordinate daily volunteer activities and provide clear guidance and supervision.
  • Build strong relationships with community organisations and local groups.
  • Monitor data, maintain accurate records and prepare reports when required.

To be successful

You will enjoy working with people and be confident building relationships across diverse community groups. Strong communication skills will help you guide volunteers, resolve issues and collaborate effectively with staff and stakeholders. You will be organised, self motivated and comfortable managing competing priorities while keeping accurate and well structured records.

Your ability to problem solve, communicate clearly and support others in a practical and respectful way will be key to your success. A commitment to safe practice, inclusion and positive teamwork will help you thrive in this role and contribute to better outcomes for children and families.

If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply.

Why you'll love it here  - DCP benefits that matter

We know a great career is about more than the work you do, it's also about feeling supported, valued, and able to thrive. At DCP, you'll enjoy:

  • A collaborative team environment  - work alongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact.
  • Flexible work options  - tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life.
  • Recognition & growth  - we celebrate your achievements and open doors to development across DCP.
  • Generous leave  - including leave loading to help you rest and recharge.
  • Paid parental and partner leave  - additional paid time to support you and your growing family when it matters most.
  • Health & fitness perks  - discounted Fitness Passport memberships and free flu vaccinations.
  • Wellbeing support  - confidential Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family.

About the Business:

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.

Why you'll love it here  - DCP benefits that matter

We know a great career is about more than the work you do, it's also about feeling supported, valued, and able to thrive. At DCP, you'll enjoy:

  • A collaborative team environment  - work alongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact.
  • Flexible work options  - tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life.
  • Recognition & growth  - we celebrate your achievements and open doors to development across DCP.
  • Generous leave  - including leave loading to help you rest and recharge.
  • Paid parental and partner leave  - additional paid time to support you and your growing family when it matters most.
  • Health & fitness perks  - discounted Fitness Passport memberships and free flu vaccinations.
  • Wellbeing support  - confidential Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family.

Special Conditions:

To find out more about this role, including the key selection criteria and special conditions, please click on the 'apply' button.

Enquiries: Sue Kenny - Business Manager on or email: sue-

The department values an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and people from the LGBTQI+ community.

To apply for this role, please click the 'apply' button to be re-directed to the DCP Career Portal.

Applications Close: 25 December :00 PM

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