4 Program Coordinator jobs in Australia
Program Coordinator - Maximising the Middle
Posted 14 days ago
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Program Coordinator – Maximising the Middle
p>Part-time contract (30 hours/week) to December 2027flexible with days
Help build a community-led movement where children and young people in their middle years (8–14) can thrive.
p>About Maximising the MiddleMaximising the Middle is a unique initiative co-founded by the Stronger Smarter Institute, ARACY (Australian Research Alliance for Children and Youth), Uniting, and a generous philanthropic partner. We are working together to amplify community voices and unlock the potential of children and young people in the middle years – a stage of life often overlooked by systems and services, yet critical to long-term wellbeing.
p>Together, our founding organisations bring deep expertise in educational leadership, child and youth wellbeing, evidence-based frameworks, and strong community roots. Uniting is the auspice for this role, but your work will span across all partners and community networks.We are now entering Phase 2 – an ambitious, hands-on strategy to grow local alliances, codesign grassroots innovation projects, and support middle years children and young people in the Penrith and Campbelltown areas to thrive where they live, learn and connect.
p>About the RoleWe are looking for a passionate, thoughtful, and experienced Program Coordinator to lead the delivery of this next phase. In this pivotal role, you will support and guide two dedicated Strategy Coordinators, one in each region, as well as engage with partners, schools, and community members.
You will:
- Build and guide the implementation of community and youth-led innovation projects
- Oversee the distribution and governance of innovation grants
- Facilitate collaboration across communities, schools, young people, and co-founding partners
- Grow an alliance of people and organisations who want to see children in the middle years thrive
- Promote the initiative across digital and community platforms
This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of community development, education, youth empowerment, and social innovation. You’ll play a key role in bringing systems together, building momentum, and keeping young people’s voices at the heart of everything we do.
What You'll Bring
You are a skilled and confident leader, facilitator and connector. You listen deeply, think strategically, and act with care and courage.
You’ll also bring:
ul>In This Role, You Will Be Supported To:
- Use frameworks such as the Stronger Smarter Approach and ARACY’s Common Approach and Nest Framework
- Learn from national experts and networks across ARACY, SSI and Uniting
- Access mentorship and leadership from Uniting’s Social Impact & Advocacy team
- Adapt and grow the role as the initiative evolves
Working at Uniting
Uniting is one of the largest not-for-profits in Australia, and a proud co-founder of this initiative. We believe in disrupting disadvantage and working alongside communities to create meaningful, lasting change. We welcome people of all backgrounds, identities, abilities and perspectives to apply.
Ready to make a difference for children in their middle years?
Apply today and help build a stronger, smarter, fairer future.
For a copy of the position description please contact Louise Massie via email at
How to apply: We’d love to hear what drew you to Uniting and this opportunity.Please include a cover letter with your CV.
p>. What We Offer YouA rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
Up to $18,550 NFP salary packaging available.
Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
Flexible work hours for work-life balance.
Affordable access to Fitness Passport— discounted gym memberships to support your best life.
p>A supportive and inclusive and collaborative work environment.Opportunities for professional growth.
Uniting contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We provide support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on those experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. We acknowledge the Sovereignty of First Nations people over the lands of Australia and are committed to meaningful change so that First Nations people are strong, thriving and self-determining. Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation, committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people. We are proud of the diversity of our people and always welcome everyone, exactly as they are.
Coordinator - Permanency Support Program - Family Preservation
Posted 11 days ago
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About the role
This is a full-time (35 hours / week) contract opportunity until April 2026 and will be based in Dubbo with some travel required.
About the role – PSP-FP Coordinator
p>As Coordinator, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of a vital Family Preservation program that delivers high-quality, strengths-based support to vulnerable families—particularly those identified as having children at risk of entering statutory care. This role is key to ensuring families receive intensive, effective case management to keep children safe and at home. Your leadership will empower a dedicated team of caseworkers committed to building strong families and improving long-term outcomes. p>Key Responsibilities:- Lead and manage a team of caseworkers to achieve program goals and uphold high standards of service delivery
- Oversee intake and referral processes, monitor family progress, and provide regular updates to the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ)
- Deliver formal clinical supervision, both individually and through group sessions, to support caseworker growth and accountability
- Provide hands-on support in the field, including participation in home visits and interagency meetings
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with DCJ and other key community stakeholders
- Ensure accurate data collection, reporting, and compliance with program requirements
- Embed culturally safe, evidence-informed practices and support staff in applying relevant practice frameworks in their day-to-day work
About you in the role
You’ll be a confident and compassionate leader with experience supervising teams in child protection or community services. You will bring a deep understanding of the challenges faced by vulnerable families in regional New South Wales and know how to support caseworkers to both identify and mitigate child protection concerns in a way of which strengthens family units and supports all family members to reach their full-potential.
p>What you’ll need: ul>Why Uniting?
- A supportive and experienced manager who fosters skill development aligned with each employee’s individual goals
- Ongoing access to professional development and training opportunities
- A flexible, family-friendly work culture that supports work-life balance
- Generous salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
- A strong commitment to diversity and inclusion—creating a workplace where everyone belongs
- Enjoy staff benefits including Fitness Passport, URewards, and opportunities for career progression
- Engage in work that is challenging, meaningful, and deeply rewarding
For inquiries, please contact Alex Sullivan from Uniting’s Talent Acquisition Team at 0466 801 937 or .
Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, including National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, and Reference Checks.
Closing Date: 11:55 pm, Thursday 21st August 2025
About Uniting
Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.
Empowered by diversity
At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.
U iting is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
Coordinator - Permanency Support Program - Family Preservation
Posted 24 days ago
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About the role
This is a full-time (35 hours / week) contract opportunity until April 2026 and will be based in Dubbo with some travel required.
About the role – PSP-FP Coordinator
p>As Coordinator, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of a vital Family Preservation program that delivers high-quality, strengths-based support to vulnerable families—particularly those identified as having children at risk of entering statutory care. This role is key to ensuring families receive intensive, effective case management to keep children safe and at home. Your leadership will empower a dedicated team of caseworkers committed to building strong families and improving long-term outcomes. p>Key Responsibilities:- Lead and manage a team of caseworkers to achieve program goals and uphold high standards of service delivery
- Oversee intake and referral processes, monitor family progress, and provide regular updates to the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ)
- Deliver formal clinical supervision, both individually and through group sessions, to support caseworker growth and accountability
- Provide hands-on support in the field, including participation in home visits and interagency meetings
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with DCJ and other key community stakeholders
- Ensure accurate data collection, reporting, and compliance with program requirements
- Embed culturally safe, evidence-informed practices and support staff in applying relevant practice frameworks in their day-to-day work
About you in the role
You’ll be a confident and compassionate leader with experience supervising teams in child protection or community services. You will bring a deep understanding of the challenges faced by vulnerable families in regional New South Wales and know how to support caseworkers to both identify and mitigate child protection concerns in a way of which strengthens family units and supports all family members to reach their full-potential.
p>What you’ll need: ul>Why Uniting?
- A supportive and experienced manager who fosters skill development aligned with each employee’s individual goals
- Ongoing access to professional development and training opportunities
- A flexible, family-friendly work culture that supports work-life balance
- Generous salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
- A strong commitment to diversity and inclusion—creating a workplace where everyone belongs
- Enjoy staff benefits including Fitness Passport, URewards, and opportunities for career progression
- Engage in work that is challenging, meaningful, and deeply rewarding
For inquiries, please contact Alex Sullivan from Uniting’s Talent Acquisition Team at 0466 801 937 or .
Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, including National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, and Reference Checks.
Closing Date: 11:55 pm, Monday 11th August 2025
About Uniting
Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.
Empowered by diversity
At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.
U iting is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
First Nations Caseworker - Permanency Support Program - Family Preservation
Posted 20 days ago
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About the Role
This is a contract opportunity until April 2026, with possible extension and will be based in Dubbo with some travel required.
Uniting are open to this being a full time 35 hours per week (5 days/week) or part-time 28 hours per week (4 days/week)
We’re seeking a creative, experienced, and highly organised individual to join our PSP-FP team. In this role, you will provide culturally responsive assessment, support, and case management to families at high risk of statutory child protection involvement or who are undergoing reunification with their children.
p>Our team is dedicated to working alongside vulnerable families to prevent unnecessary entry into statutory care, and to keep families safe and together. We believe that strengths-based and holistic support helps build family resilience and increase parental capabilities.We are deeply committed to the Uniting Aboriginal Service Delivery principles, which aims to support self-determination through trauma-informed, culturally grounded approaches that celebrate community strengths to fosters cultural healing.
If you are passionate about making a real difference in families' lives through compassionate and culturally respectful work, we would love to hear from you.
What you will be engaged in:
- Assessing families’ strengths and needs through home visits, deep and meaningful conversations with families and communication with other stakeholders
- Assisting families to formulate and achieve goals that are child-focused and address the safety and well-being of children.
- Facilitating the development and implementation of case plans with families.
About You
- This is an identified Aboriginal position. Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply in accordance with Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
- You are a proud Aboriginal person with deep cultural understanding, strong community connections, and a commitment to Aboriginal children, families and communities.
- Demonstrated case management experience with at-risk children and their families.
- Demonstrated understanding of child protection issues and an ability to conduct risk and family assessments using a strengths-based approach.
- Demonstrated ability to work with families in crisis and work in partnership with them to achieve their goals, using a variety of evidence-based intervention strategies.
- Demonstrated experience in supporting Aboriginal families using culturally safe and sensitive interventions.
- Commitment to ongoing training and development to ensure a broad range of evidence-based models as determined necessary by the program.
- Current NSW Working With Children’s Check.
- Current drivers licence.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a culturally safe and supportive team that honours Aboriginal ways of being, knowing and doing.
- Flexible and family-friendly workplace
- Access ongoing cultural supervision, clinical support, and professional development.
- Help build a future where Aboriginal children are safe, strong and thriving, and connected to family, culture and Country.
If you have any questions or require further details, please do not hesitate to contact Alex Sullivan from Uniting’s Talent Acquisition Team on 0466 801 937 /
Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, including a National Police Check and Reference Check.
Closing date: 11:55pm, Sunday 17th August 2025
About Uniting
Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.
Empowered by diversity
At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and
U iting is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
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