ACON is Australia’s largest health promotion organisation specialising in community health, inclusion, and HIV responses for people of diverse sexualities and genders. Established in 1985, ACON works to create opportunities for people in our communities to live their healthiest lives.

Client Service Officer – Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme (ACVVS) – Hunter Office

ACON is Australia’s largest health organisation specialising in community health, inclusion, and HIV responses for people of diverse sexualities and genders; and offers a vibrant, inclusive and nurturing workplace.

• We’re offering a great part-time opportunity for a self-motivated person to join ACON’s ACVVS program supporting older LGBTQ+ adults. ACVVS provides social support for older people of diverse sexualities & genders, living in their own home with an aged care package / Residential Aged Care by matching them with trained volunteer visitors.

the role:

We are looking for someone who has:

• Experience working in the community service sector particularly within aged care settings or strong personal understanding of navigating the aged care system.
• The ability to assess clients, volunteers, support with ACVVS matching processes and attend interagency meetings.
• A strong understanding working with aged care service providers and ability to support and promote the needs of older LGBTQ+ adults.
• A can-do attitude and ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for working within the LGBTQ+ community and supporting the health and wellbeing of older LGBTQ+ people.

About ACON ACVVS:

You will be joining a small dynamic team of client service officers that support ACVVS recipients and volunteers to maintain meaningful and ongoing engagement with the older LGBTQ+ community. The role will operate from ACON’s Hunter office in a hybrid manner with a combination of in-office, work from home and outreach work. The role offers opportunities for ongoing learning and development as well as monthly external supervision.

Working at ACON:

ACON provides a colourful, nurturing, and fun workplace. Our employees and volunteers are the foundation for our ongoing effectiveness and for our capacity to deliver innovative community engagement and health promotion programs and initiatives for our communities.

Salary: $55,535.20 to $62,206.40 gross pa + superannuation + leave loading commensurate with skills and experience

You may also elect to salary package a portion of your salary (up to $30,000 gross-up value) tax-free.

Location: ACON’s Hunter Office.

Hours: Part-time (56 hours per fortnight) on 12 month fixed term contract (with the possibility of extension).

For more information about the roles, please contact Oscar Sanchez at [email protected] or (02) 9206 2000.

If this sounds like the position and organisation you’ve been looking for, find out how to apply, via the Apply Now link.

All applications must include:

1. a completed ACON employment application form;
2. a document addressing the selection criteria; and
3. your resume.

A position description is attached.

ACON is an EEO employer. As part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, people with HIV, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

acon.org.au.