Cerebral Palsy Alliance is a global centre of expertise for cerebral palsy and similar conditions. Join our community of volunteers to make a difference to the lives of people with cerebral palsy and similar conditions and grow your skills and experience as part of our alliance of great minds. Our shared values are Passionate, Respectful, Ethical, Curious and Courageous.

At Cerebral Palsy Alliance, we value diversity, foster an inclusive culture and champion equitable opportunities. We welcome interest from volunteers with a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences including people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and the LGBTQIA+ community.

Volunteer opportunities include supporting our allied health therapy teams working with children and adults, supporting our Lifestyles, sports and accommodation clients, or gaining experience in our corporate services.

Details of the role:

The role of a Volunteer Workshop Assistant is to assist in the preparation and set up of wheelchairs and other equipment. Each of our clients have individual ergonomic requirements, you will be working closely with our workshop staff to modify and tailor mobility devices for our clients.

This role will suit people who are experienced in and are comfortable using power tools. We are looking for Engineers (or Engineering students), trades people, or those with experience modifying equipment.

Benefits of Volunteering

• Provides you with a sense of purpose, personal and professional growth

• Make a positive contribution to the Cerebral Palsy community

• Support you to make a career change, explore new experiences and make new social connections

• Develop confidence and build new skills

• Gain hands on experience working with children and adults with cerebral palsy and similar conditions

Dates & Times:

We are looking for volunteers who can commit to one day per week.

Days: Monday - Friday

Times: 10:00am - 2:00pm (4 hours)

Location: Tuggerah

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Friendly and personable

• A team player with the ability to work well with others

• Reliable and punctual

• Demonstrated essential knowledge to effectively perform required tasks

• Experience and expertise in using hand tools and machinery to undertake adjustments and modification as required

Role requirements:

• 16 years and above

• NDIS Worker Screening

• Working with Children Check (NSW)