Accommodation Support Worker

Date: 8 Jul 2026

Location

Armidale, NSW, AU, 2350

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Requisition ID: 2304

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, who are committed to serving people in need in our community and shaping a more just and compassionate society.

Join a passionate team dedicated to supporting vulnerable people.

SCHCADS Award: hourly rates range from $46 to $50 + NFP tax-free Salary Packaging Benefits

Great work-life flexibility: Casual Position offering a mixture of morning, afternoon, evening and sleepover shifts

Develop your career while making a real impact in the community: clear pathways to internal career progression

Your Role

Join our team as an Accommodation Support Worker and play a vital role in a compassionate, community-focused service supporting vulnerable individuals. This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will support client intake, contribute to day-to-day operations, and help create a safe, welcoming environment for residents at Freeman House. If you are passionate about making a genuine difference and thrive in a dynamic setting, this is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a supportive and purpose-driven team.

Your Responsibility

Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team

Deliver trauma-informed, respectful and non-judgemental care

Facilitate activities and maintain accurate client records

Support client wellbeing, advocacy and goal progression

Contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive environment

Work across a 24/7 rotating roster including sleepover shifts

You Will Need

Experience working with individuals impacted by homelessness, family breakdown, mental illness, or alcohol and other drug addiction

Relevant Certificate or equivalent experience, or currently undertaking tertiary study in a related field.

Strong De-escalation, written and verbal communication skills.

Capable of working independently and as part of a team.

Sound judgment in crisis and emergency situations.

Non-judgmental attitude and commitment to ethical service delivery.

Basic computer literacy and experience with data collection.

Willingness to work a rotating roster.

First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain

Drivers Licence.

If this sounds like you, don’t wait - apply now, we are interviewing applications as we receive them.

We Offer

Supportive Team – Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community.

Boost Your Take-Home Pay – Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses.

Career Progression – Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.

Learning & Development - On-demand training to support your professional growth.

Wellbeing Support – EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well-being.

Inclusive Culture – Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.

Leave Benefits – 5 days Sorry Business Leave , Mental Health/Wellbeing Day Off, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life.

St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages. If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.

The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found in the Society’s commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health / medical assessment may be required for some roles.