Reception and Administration Officer-Temporary Full-Time (Parental Leave) position

March 17, 2026

Are you looking for a job that offers a lot of variety and the opportunity to make a real difference?  If so, please read on.

About us

Lifeline Gippsland (LLG) is a purpose driven, not-for-profit organisation with more than 55-years of service to the Gippsland community. We support people to be resilient and suicide-safe. LLG contributes to the national 24-hour telephone Crisis Support Service 13 11 14, as well as suicide prevention and mental health awareness programs and training.

You will be joining a small, highly dedicated team who are passionate about making a difference in the community.

LLG is a Chid Safe organisation and an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  We recognise and value inclusion and diversity. LLG encourages people from different cultures and backgrounds, including people with lived experience of mental ill-health to apply.

About the role

This position is a temporary (Maternity Leave) full-time role – 35 weeks commencing 11th May 2026, with possible extension.

You will be responsible for working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver a range of activities including reception and administrative services to support the efficient and effective operation of Lifeline Gippsland.

Who are we looking for?

  • Enthusiastic and positive nature
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Team player
  • Good computer skills
  • Passionate about making a difference in the community

Benefits and perks

  • You will be joining a highly positive and motivated team that loves to work hard and have fun
  • You will work for an organisation that is flexible, family friendly and highly regarded
  • You will have the opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives and your community.
  • You will have access to generous salary packaging

Please view the Position Description here. Applications should be made via Seek and need to include a resume and a cover letter responding to the Key Selection Criteria which can be found within the Position Description. Applications that do not address the Key Selection Criteria will not be considered. For questions relating to the role, please email mel.shankland@llg.org.au.

Applications close 5pm Monday 6th April 2026.

Lifeline Gippsland strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people with a lived experience of mental ill-health and recovery, their carers and supporters. We warmly invite applications from all cultures, genders, sexualities, spiritualities, ages and backgrounds. The successful applicant is required to complete a clear Criminal History Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to employment.