Location: GeelongBrand: Disability & AgeingDate Posted: 22 Jan 2026Location: Djilang - GeelongSalary: SCHADS Award Level 3 + Superannuation + NFP salary packaging benefitsEmployment status: Part Time Contract to June Job number: 2895Hey yougenU is seeking a passionate and community-minded Support for Carer''s Officer to help unpaid carers feel connected, supported and empowered. This role focuses on building innovative, engaging and meaningful support networks for carers and the people they care for.At genU, we''re a profit-for-purpose organisation, reinvesting our success back into programs to create real social impact. From disability and aged care support to community-focused initiatives, we''re here to help people live their best lives.We''re open to flexible hours and working arrangements, because great people thrive in different ways.What you''ll doAs a Support for Carer''s Officer in our Community team, you''ll:Plan and facilitate innovative carer programs, activities and events that provide education, connection and wellbeing supportIdentify and engage carers across funded DFFH divisions, local areas and LGAsCoordinate carer support and networking groups for those caring for people with disability, mental illness, chronic illness or age-related needsFacilitate access to services and supports that align with carers'' interests and wellbeing goalsDevelop and maintain stakeholder relationships to ensure programs run effectivelyRepresent genU at Carer Alliance meetings, Department forums and community eventsWhat you''ll bringExperience working autonomously in a community, disability, aged care or carer support environmentStrong communication and relationship-building skillsThe ability to plan, coordinate and facilitate group programs and eventsConfidence working with diverse stakeholders, carers and care recipientsA genuine commitment to person-centred, co-designed supportYou''ll also need:NDIS Worker Screening CheckNDIS Worker Orientation Module CertificateCurrent First Aid CertificateCurrent Driver''s LicenceBonus points forQualifications in Social Work, Community Services, Lifestyle & Leisure or a related fieldExperience working with carers, mental health, disability, chronic illness or ageing populationsWhy you''ll love working at genUAt genU, we''re committed to creating a welcoming, safe, and respectful space where everyone is empowered to play their part in the important work that we do.We welcome diversity in all its forms including disability, culture, gender, age, sexuality and religion and celebrate the unique perspectives and experience each of us brings.You''ll also getFlexibility - full time, part time, or job share plus hybrid workingSalary packaging - up to $15,900 tax-free plus meal/entertainment benefitsPurchased leave options - the ability to buy additional annual leave to support work-life balance and flexibility.Discounts - savings at 450+ retailers including Coles, Woolworths & JB Hi-FiUniversity Study Discount - Enjoy a 25% fee reduction for undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Torrens University.Wellbeing support - 24/7 access to a holistic employee assistance programReferral bonus - bring great people with you and be rewardedReady to make a difference? Click apply to complete your application.Don''t wait to apply We are reviewing applications as they come in.We are committed to ensuring an accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our team at or Current genU staff should apply via the staff intranet.
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Support for Carers Officer