Uniting Social Support Program keeps people connected to the community to support them to live a happy and healthy life. The program assists people to keep doing the things they love. Jane* describes herself as personable and chatty.

Jane enjoys playing games and puzzles on her ipad and watching movies on TV. Uniting are seeking a volunteer with effective listening and conversation skills, a positive attitude and a mature outlook to support Jane to reconnect with her community.

The selected applicant will have effective communication skills and an ability to creatively reconnect Jane to her interests including knitting. Visits may include accompanying Jane on outings to the swimming pool, to the movies or for a scenic drive/outing. You will hold a valid Australian driver’s license and have access to a car that you will be prepared to transport Jane* in during visits. The confidence to work independently is a must.

As a valued member of the Social Support Team, you will have access to ongoing training and development, opportunities to meet new people and develop new skills. You will have support from a dedicated volunteer coordinator throughout your volunteer journey. You will be volunteering to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice to make an impact in your community. Interested? For further information, please contact 13 93 75 and quote DJ-W-03. Please note that visits will take place in line with Uniting and COVID-19 safe guidelines. *Name changed for privacy.

This volunteer opportunity is posted on behalf of Uniting AgeWell

About Uniting AgeWell

At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 3,400 staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.

Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do. More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website.