Our volunteers come from all walks of life and backgrounds. As a BCR volunteer, you are supported throughout your volunteer journey. BCR is a family friendly and flexible organisation with a wide variety of volunteer shifts available. Our volunteers are like family to us. We would not be where we are today if it was not for the passion, dedication, and loyalty of each one of our volunteer team members.

The Role: We are looking for a committed and caring Volunteer Bus Driver to assist with the transportation of people to social group activities within the Shoalhaven area.

The successful volunteer will:

• Adhere to the bus schedule, pick up individuals from various locations and provide assistance with access and egress from the bus.

• Perform basic maintenance checks such as tyre pressure, oil and water levels and completing the Pre-Start Checklist prior to each trip.

• Have experience in driving passenger vehicles

• Have good communication and interpersonal skills

• Have basic manual handling skills or willingness to attend training

• Hold a current first aid certificate or willingness to obtain (desirable)

You will be:

• Reliable and trustworthy

• An effective communicator

• Positive with a desire to connect with others.

• Compassionate with a positive attitude

• Eager to learn and willing to embark on further training and development offered

• Interested in working with older people

Volunteer Applicants must be willing to undertake through the recruitment process:

• Australian Federal Police clearance (no disclosable outcomes)

• NDIS Worker check

• Working with Children Check Clearance

• First Aid Certificate

• Online uncertified driving Record

• Reference Check

Vaccination Requirements Fully vaccinated against COVID-19

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to the email address that will be provided when submitting interest in this role online, being sure to outline how you fit the position and BBCR, and outline your availability and location. To learn more about our organisation and the work we do visit our website details in the email you will receive or phone Vanessa Harries HR Coordinator on 1300222748

Benefits:

• Make a difference to people experiencing social isolation in your community

• Volunteering for an Employer of Choice

• Comprehensive induction and access to ongoing training

• Gaining new skills and experience in Aged Care

• Flexible volunteer arrangements

• The opportunity to become part of a friendly welcoming team

• Fun, friendship and social connection

• The opportunity to learn new skills or use existing skills

• The benefit of connecting with your community and the positive feeling of giving back to your community.

• Reimbursement for out of pocket expenses within your volunteer role

• Wide variety of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform and face to face training and mentoring

• 24/7 Volunteer Assistance Program with online support and resources