• 6-month position
• Flexible times | Mon – Sun | 1-4 hours per week minimum commitment
• Join the World’s largest humanitarian network

The program

The Humanitarian Settlement Program (HSP) offers vital support to refugees and humanitarian entrants settling in Australia, including one-on-one casework, basic household goods, orientation and housing support. It also includes practical support like helping our client’s link with Centrelink, Medicare, schools and other local services.

The opportunity

As a Community Connection Projects volunteer you will play a key role in assisting clients with feeling at home in Australia. Aligned with the HSP orientation outcomes, volunteers can assist through researching and mapping community groups with programs and activities that are of interest to our clients and that support their positive settlement outcomes. Volunteers will coordinate linking clients with these community groups. HSP volunteers are friendly, accepting, and flexible individuals, who are motivated to support the learning and comfortable settlement of newly arrived refugees. All the areas within the program are supported by the Red Cross caseworkers and Volunteer Engagement Officer. Training and ongoing development opportunities are offered as part of the program.

The impact

Red Cross volunteers are a vital connection between refugees and their new communities. As part of the Humanitarian Settlement Program, you will contribute to creating a friendly and inclusive environment that will help refugees feel welcome. Your impact will be tangible, and you will see your contribution making a different to someone’s life.

Our COVID-19 safe practices  

It’s vital you review our Red Cross COVID-19 requirements in the ‘Keeping everyone safe from COVID-19’ section prior to applying.  

Application requirements

To submit this an application you will be required to provide details for two professional references.  

 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Thank you for considering volunteering at Red Cross. We also have great career opportunities.