Southern Highlands Community Transport provides transport services to the elderly 65 years and over (50 years and over for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders), registered NDIS clients, carers and people who may be transport disadvantaged and living within the Wingecarribee LGA.

SHCT are seeking friendly, enthusiastic individuals who want to give back to their community and volunteer their time as a Volunteer Driver. The purpose of this position is to:

• Provide safe and reliable door to door transport to our clients
• Provide assistance to clients accessing the vehicle and ensure safe delivery into the facility they are attending or to their own home
• Ensure all passengers travel comfortably and safely between destinations

To be considered for this position you will be need:

• Class C Licence
• Demonstrated clean driving record
• Current First Aid Certificate* or willingness to obtain
• Current Police Check* or willingness to obtain
• Current Working with Children Check* or willingness to obtain
• NDIS Worker Screener Tool* or willingness to obtain
• Commercial Driver Medical* or willingness to obtain
• Demonstrated high level verbal & communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to engage with diverse communities *Expenses for required certifications/ license's will be reimbursed by SHCT

Successful volunteers receive uniform, orientation, training, ongoing support and other opportunities during their time of service.

Volunteering provides many benefits such as but not limited to: • developing new skills and knowledge • enjoying a sense of fulfilment and achievement • and developing a connection to your community