Cancer Support Coordinator – Geraldton

About Cancer Council WA

Cancer Council WA is Western Australia's leading cancer charity, working across every aspect of every cancer. We know that tackling cancer takes all of us. Together, we support families affected by cancer when they need it most, speak out on behalf of the community on cancer issues, empower people to reduce their cancer risk, and find new ways to better detect and treat cancer. With your help, we're getting closer to a future without cancer. It's all of us against cancer.

The opportunity

As part of the Supportive Care division and reporting to the Cancer Support Services Manager, you will provide evidence-based psychosocial care and support to individuals affected by cancer and their families. This includes assessing client needs and facilitating referrals to appropriate Cancer Council WA (CCWA) services and relevant community support networks. This role is integral to building awareness of CCWA services and maintaining CCWA's presence in the community

Based in Geraldton this position is a permanent part-time position across 3 days (0.6 FTE)

What you'll be doing:

• Deliver and coordinate evidence-based psychosocial support programs in line with CCWA policies, ensuring services remain responsive to the evolving needs of our clients.

• Play a key role in driving continuous quality improvement, contributing to the development and successful rollout of new initiatives.

• Strengthen community awareness of CCWA and maintain a visible and positive presence across our service areas.

• Support the volunteer engagement and collaborate with the People and Culture team to recruit, onboard, and support volunteers in relevant service programs.

• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with both internal teams and external partners.

• Represent CCWA at community meetings, sector events, and relevant forums to advocate for our work and strengthen partnerships.

About you

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• Tertiary qualification in a health-related field (e.g. nursing, allied health, social work), with current registration with a nationally recognised professional body

• 2 years' experience in psychosocial assessment, with strong problem-solving and analytical skills

• Sound knowledge and understanding of the needs of cancer patients and their communities

• Awareness of cancer prevention, screening, risk factors, and early detection (desirable)

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with well-developed relationship management capabilities

• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

• High level of computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant databases

• Demonstrated commitment to the values and mission of Cancer Council WA.

• Positive and proactive attitude in the workplace

• Ability to provide (or willingness to obtain) a National Police Clearance

• Current WA Driver's Licence

Why work for Cancer Council WA?

• A collaborative and supportive team culture

• Access to flexible work arrangements and personal leave options to support your wellbeing

• Access to career growth opportunities, events, and training

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for personal or work-related circumstances, assistance with career planning, or working through challenging situations

• Benefits of not-for-profit salary packaging and a meal entertainment card.

How to apply for this role

If you feel this is the role for you, then click the "Apply" button without delay. Please include your resume and a cover letter clearly outlining how your skills and experience match the key attributes of the role.

Applications close Sunday 23 November 2025 should be addressed to: Cancer Support Services Senior Coordinator

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as Cancer Council WA reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

For more information about the role or the Position Description please contact

We do not accept applications submitted by agencies.

Cancer Council WA promotes and fosters a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTIQ+ and people with disability to apply. So that our People and Culture team can best support your recruitment process, if you have any workplace support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

We encourage Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply. Please state on your application if you identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Cancer Council WA is a not for profit, equal opportunity employer and operates a smoke and vape- free working environment.