About the role

Volunteers, in partnership and under the supervision of the lifestyle team, assist in facilitating a variety of group recreational activities for residents. Assist residents to activities. (Wheelchair Compentency provided).

Provide 1:1 social conversation with resident/s. Preparation of impending activities for residents.

About you

• You will have good interpersonal and communication skills
• You will be patient, friendly and outgoing
• Following instructions and working in a cooperative way will be paramount in this role
• A desire to have fun will go a long way!
• A weekly or fortnightly commitment would be ideal

Training Requirements

Churches of Christ encourages all volunteers to complete training that is appropriate for their role. We do this to keep you and the people you will be supporting safe and healthy. Training occurs in a variety of ways and we will work with you to provide access and support.

When you accept a volunteer role, you will be asked to sign a Position Description that will clearly define the training requirements.

Have no fear, we make training as easy and accessible as possible!

Personal History Screening All volunteers supporting vulnerable people require a current criminal history check. In Residential Aged Care and Community Care there are strict legislative requirements governing this.

What if I don't have a Police Check?

Don't worry - we can apply for one and cover the cost for you. As soon as you have passed the check, you will be able to volunteer.

Vaccination Requirements

Under Churches of Christ policy and/or the applicable public health directions, team members are required to be vaccinated for Covid-19. As part of the recruitment processes we ask that you provide evidence that your vaccination meets the requirements of Churches of Christ policy or the applicable public health direction.