Community Services Worker - Vinnies Men's Crisis Centre

Community Services Worker

Make a meaningful difference every day for men in Crisis.

The Vinnies Men's Crisis Centre offers short-term emergency accommodation for men experiencing homelessness. We assist our guests with referrals to case management services and other agencies in order to secure long-term housing, while addressing other factors that are contributing to homelessness.

We focus on supporting men to break the cycle of homelessness and reduce the need for repeat crisis accommodation. A dedicated team of support workers and case workers provide guests with information and support dedicated to securing long-term accommodation.

The St Vincent de Paul Society SA (Vinnies) is seeking compassionate and dedicated Community Services Worker to join our team at the Vinnies Men's Crisis Centre.

This is an opportunity to support men experiencing homelessness and crisis.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Community Services Worker, you will provide frontline guest support and essential administrative services within a crisis accommodation service.

You will work directly with guests while contributing to a safe, respectful, and supportive environment, alongside internal teams and external case workers and agencies delivering additional support.

This is a values-driven, fast-paced role where professionalism, teamwork, and compassion are essential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Provide trauma-informed, respectful frontline support to guests

·         Conduct check-ins, check-outs, initial assessments.

·         Maintain accurate case notes and program records

·         Support referral pathways to internal and external services

·         Participate in shift debriefs and team communication processes

·         Liaise with external agencies and support services

·         Ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and organisational requirements

·         Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment

·         Work within WHS policies and procedures

ROSTER REQUIREMENTS

Casual Roles

• Must have flexible availability across all shifts

ABOUT YOU

You are a compassionate, resilient, and professional individual who thrives in a team environment and is committed to supporting men with dignity and respect.

You will bring:

·         Minimum Certificate III in Community Services or similar

·         Current National Police Clearance (or willingness to obtain)

·         Provide First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

·         Experience working with people experiencing social disadvantage, addiction, and/or homelessness

·         Strong administrative and intermediate computer skills

·         Physical fitness to perform manual handling and active tasks

·         Willingness and ability to complete passive sleepover shifts

Desirable:
Experience in crisis accommodation, emergency services, domestic and family violence support, aged care, or similar community service settings.

WHAT WE OFFER

·         A meaningful role supporting men in crisis

·         A supportive, values-driven team environment

·         Professional development opportunities

·         Access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Program

ABOUT US

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a major international charitable organisation, operating in South Australia since 1884. Our mission is to alleviate disadvantage and support people experiencing poverty through direct assistance and advocacy.

In South Australia, we have over 2,500 members and volunteers, 130 employees, 35 retail shops, 10 Fred’s Van locations, a Refugee and Asylum Seeker Service, and crisis centres for men and women.

APPLY NOW

If you are ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Men experiencing crisis, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter via SEEK addressing the essential requirements.

You can find a copy of the Position Description here: https://www.vinnies.org.au/sa/get-involved/careers-sa

For enquiries, contact **@svdpsa.org.au

Applications Close: Close of business: Tuesday 1 September 2026