Volunteer and Community Participation Coordinator

Connecting People. Strengthening Care - Harness Your Passion and Make a Difference with Us Remuneration: $87,813 - $116,824 p.a. + Superannuation + Salary PackagingEmployment Type: Permanent Full Time 38hrs/weekPosition Classification: Health Manager Level 1Requisition ID: REQ620175Closing Date: Sunday, 30th November 2025 Do you believe that great care isn’t just delivered in our services—it’s built through strong relationships, passionate volunteers, and meaningful connections with our community? Why This Role MattersEvery day you will help shape how people experience care—patients, families, volunteers, and community partners.You will be the heart of our volunteer programs and the bridge that brings community strength into our services.Your purpose: harness passion, champion connection, and elevate the experience of care for all.What The Role Looks LikeThis role is wonderfully varied—busy, people-focused, and full of impact.You will be out in the community, on the floor with volunteers, in meetings, at events - wherever connection is needed.You Will Lead, support, and celebrate volunteers across our services Recruit, welcome, and train new volunteers—helping them find purpose and belonging Spend time across both sites, offering hands-on presence and guidance Build strong partnerships with community groups, organisations, and fundraising supporters Coordinate events and engagement activities that bring joy, connection, and care Work with consumers and committees on key projects and initiatives Partner with diverse groups - Aboriginal communities, pastoral care, cultural organisations—to strengthen inclusion Turn conversations into outcomes: grants, proposals, collaborative ideas, improvement opportunities Please note: This role will be primarily based at Maitland Hospital, with regular travel to Kurri Hospital and other community locations as required to connect with organisations and consumers.Occasional evening and weekend work may be needed to attend community events, with time in lieu or overtime provisions applying.Who You AreYou are a people-person at heart—someone who builds trust with ease and communicates with confidence and warmth. You’re creative in your approach, a confident communicator and comfortable working independently while juggling moving parts.You’re open-minded, inclusive, and genuinely driven by the opportunity to improve how people experience care every single day.You Will See SuccessExceptional communicator who is open-minded, inclusive, and able to engage with diverse audiencesSkilled at identifying opportunities in everyday situations turning them into meaningful outcomesProven success in managing volunteers and financial processes, delivering measurable resultsExperienced in organising complex tasks efficiently and seamlesslyWhat We Can Offer YouWe are committed to setting you up for success, you will work closely with the General Manager, who will guide you through a thorough orientation and provide regular check-ins as you settle into the role.You will receive a comprehensive handover from the current coordinator, with access to professional development, specialised training, and online learning opportunities to help you grow confidently in the role.You Will Also Benefit FromPredominantly Monday-to-Friday role within a flexible work environment, offering adaptable core hoursThe chance to lead initiatives, with autonomy to work creativelyProfessional development and training opportunitiesMonthly Allocated Days OffAccess to Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeingIncrease your take home pay with Fitness Passport, Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing options4 weeks annual leave and 14 weeks paid parental leave Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Jenny Martin on jenny.martin@health.nsw.gov.auAdditional Information An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. Information For Applicants Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUpThis is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23. 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