Would you like to meet new people, collaborate with a team, contribute to the community, and acquire new skills, all while having loads of fun? Successful events are made possible by the passion and dedication of its volunteers. Our Events team is looking for volunteers to help at various exciting events coming up in 2024, including some of our flagship ones like Hunter Valley Steamfest and Maitland Taste Festival.

The Maitland Hospital Volunteers Inc. are seeking expressions of interest from individuals who would like to join our volunteer team and provide comfort to our patients, their carers and assist our staff.

Volunteers as Patient and Carer Support team members are required for Maitland Hospital at Metford.

The Maitland Hospital Volunteers Inc. are seeking expressions of interest from individuals who would like to join our volunteer team and provide support for our foyer retail outlet and convenience trolley.

Are you ready to make a positive impact and have some fun along the way? Red Cross Shops are calling out for vibrant individuals who want to contribute to their community, put their life skills into action or even gain some new valuable skills and experiences.

Maitland Community Care Services is a not-for-profit organisation that provides practical home living services that promote choice, lifestyle, and independence. MCCS is the local service provider for Community Transport. Volunteers use MCCS’ fleet of well-maintained, branded vehicles to transport clients to attend shopping and/or appointments.

Beresfield Community Care is a not-for-profit In-Home Community Care Provider. We have clients living across the Maitland and Newcastle LGA. We require volunteers to provide essential transport services for our clients who may be aged, living with a disability, or experiencing disadvantage.

Meals on Wheels assist many people in the community to live independently in their own homes by providing a high quality meal delivery service. Our service assist people in maintaining their independence and improve their wellbeing. Maitland Meals on Wheels is looking for Delivery Drivers and Assistants to deliver meals to our client's home while providing brief social interaction and a friendly face.

Your enthusiasm and love of the outdoors are required for this role. Tidy up and maintain our existing small garden adjacent to our retirement village. This includes tending shrubs and ground covers, mulching, planting and general garden duties.

A low stress role in the company of other volunteers, where, once a week, you would help make sure the kitchen and fridge are clean, do a bit of tidying, light dusting and wiping over library shelves. This role would suit someone who has an interest in conservation, who wants to meet new people and enjoy their company.

Use your knowledge of the natural environment and research skills to develop a series of environmental education activities. Activities are designed to enable participants to safely investigate social history and explore the wetlands flora and fauna of one of the Hunters most significant biodiversity centers. Full access to the resources of the organisation will be provided to support the development of easily reproduced and copied materials.

Enjoy a walk and a chat as you stroll along the shoreline of Ash Island picking up small items of litter. You'll use a grab stick and bag to pick up small items, mostly plastic, to ensure they don't enter waterways threatening wildlife, and help improve the visual appeal of the landscape. At the end of the shift, you'll enter the data into the computer, with help provided if needed, to record types of litter collected. This is part of a Citizen Science project.

Are you social media savvy? This conservation and nature preservation organisation would really value your assistance in keeping their Facebook, Instagram and YouTube sites up to date. You'd help maintain their online presence in order to maximise impact and promote their programs and activities. You'll have the opportunity to use your creativity writing, sharing, and posting.

The monthly planting day is held on the 3rd Sunday of each month. You'll join this dedicated team who use these days to expand the revegetation of natural bushland across currently cleared areas. No experience necessary. Over the past 25 years, this program has led to the creation of a National Park!

Join our team and provide companionship & social support for our clients who may be aged, living with disability, or experience disadvantage. Our service provides valued social interaction and ensures clients remain connected to community and functional in their own life. As a Volunteer, you will create a welcoming atmosphere for clients by being a friendly face and helping hand. You will assist with daily activities, outings or transportation, and encourage clients to maintain independence.