Engagement Officer - Roadhouse
Job No:
VCG30
Location:
Canberra
- Exciting part time opportunity within a collaborative team
- Competitive remuneration + 15% Superannuation
- Access to ongoing professional development and learning opportunities
The position
An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic Roadhouse Officer who wants to make a positive impact in our community. Special Works operates a range of programs that provide support to people in need from a variety of sectors – Justice, Homelessness, Mental Health and Education.
The Vinnies Roadhouse program provides a safe and welcoming space for people who are at risk or experiencing homelessness to enjoy a free meal and receive support, including material aid and referrals to other services. This program is located at the Canberra Griffin Centre and is open to patrons initially from 3:30 to 5:30 pm Saturday to Thursday.
Reporting to Coordinator Food Engagement Services, you will be responsible for coordinating all activities of the Roadhouse Program such as free meals, information and referral services, material aid and related community events. You will also be responsible for developing and maintaining effective partnerships with relevant external stakeholders.
This is a permanent part-time opportunity for 20 hours per week. You must be available to work until 6:00pm.
About you
Relevant tertiary qualifications in Community Services with demonstrated previous experience in a related role and/or have extensive proven commensurate experience in a similar position within a complex work environment.
At Vinnies, we value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive range of benefits that enhance their work-life balance and overall well-being. Here are some of the exceptional benefits we offer:
- Enterprise Agreement Classification Community Support Level 5 - $51 per hour plus 15% Superannuation
- Increase your take home pay. Salary packaging option up to $15,900 per FBT year, with an additional Meals and Entertainment package available up to $2,650 per FBT year
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Health and Wellbeing with access to employer assistance program
Our commitment to your well-being extends beyond these benefits. We constantly strive to enhance the employee experience by introducing new initiatives, fostering a positive work environment, and offering opportunities for professional growth and development.
Join us at Vinnies and enjoy a fulfilling career with an organisation that cares about its employees' welfare.
More information
To understand this role in more detail, please contact Daniel Ross, Manager Community Inclusion Program on 0490 895 190 or email Daniel.Ross@vinnies-cg.org.au
The position description can be downloaded here.
For general recruitment information please email our recruitment team at careers@vinnies-cg.org.au
To apply please submit your resume and a covering letter telling us why you are the best person for this role.
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Thursday 7th May 2026
St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to engaging a diverse workforce. The Society strongly encourages applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Safeguarding Commitment: In its work, Vinnies Canberra Goulburn is committed to the safeguarding and protecting of children and vulnerable people. We work to prevent all forms of abuse and protect children, young people, and vulnerable adults, making sure they are treated with dignity and care. Our full safeguarding commitment statement is available Safeguarding | Vinnies
