Why this role matters

The Salvation Army (Salvos) Colac Corps is a Christian Mission in the heart of Colac. We share the love of Jesus by caring for people, creating faith pathways, building healthy communities, and working for justice. The Salvos offer hope, purpose, and fulfillment for anyone seeking connection, guidance, social support and community.

About the role

As a Community Care Administrator, this is your opportunity to be the welcoming first point of contact for Colac Salvos Community Care while providing essential administration across key community programs. You'll help keep records, reporting and volunteer systems running smoothly, enabling the team to focus on ministry, pastoral care and community impact.

Reporting to the Community Care Team Leader, this is a permanent, part-time role, offering 12 hours a week, based on site in Colac, VIC.

How you will make an impact

• Be the welcoming first point of contact, providing a warm, professional experience for all visitors, callers, and community members.

• Support individuals with enquiries, basic intake, appointment bookings, and connections to appropriate programs, team members, or external services.

• Provide reliable administrative support across Community Care programs, including appointments, referrals, correspondence, and documentation.

• Maintain accurate participant, program, and reporting records, ensuring information is up to date and completed within required timeframes.

• Coordinate volunteer administration, including rosters, communications, onboarding documentation, and training records.

• Strengthen operational effectiveness by maintaining efficient administrative processes, safeguarding confidential information, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

What you will bring

• Strong administration, customer service and organisational skills, with proven ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate records and use Microsoft 365 and digital systems confidently.
• Compassionate and professional communicator who can work independently, maintain confidentiality, build positive relationships with diverse communities, and support The Salvation Army’s mission and values.
• A Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check is required.
• A current Working with Children Check is required.
• All compulsory training modules are completed and kept up to date.
• A Current driver licence is desirable but not essential.
• The role works in accordance with Salvation Army privacy, safeguarding, work health and safety, professional-boundary and information-management requirements.

What we offer

• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.

Conditions

Compensation is in accordance with Clerks Level 3

How to apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role. Together we can build a brighter future

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration