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Social Support Volunteer - Uniting Agewell

Uniting AgeWell-VW

This role is advertised by Volunteer West, the volunteer resource centre of Australian Multicultural Community Services on behalf of Uniting Agewell.

Organisation description: Uniting AgeWell has a diverse range of integrated service options that offer continuity of care and peace of mind. We support you to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence at every age and stage of your life.

Position description: Volunteers in our Social Support program visit older people who are experiencing a lack of social connections. Activities may include:

  • Visiting someone in their home
  • Meeting up for a coffee
  • Sharing a skill or an interest
  • Chat with someone over the phone

Location: Roles available across Melbourne Metro region

Skills required:

  • Communication and conversation skills
  • An ability to build trust and rapport

Time required: 1-2 hours a week

Commitment required: Ongoing

Other comments: The role can be made suitable to people who recently migrated to Australia and people with disabilities.

Benefits volunteers will get from this role?

  • Experience working with an Aged Care organisation
  • Opportunity to build fulfilling relationships with older people in our community
  • Building knowledge and skills in the Aged Care sector
  • Being part of a supportive team
  • A diverse, inclusive and values-driven team