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Volunteer befriender - MATES program - Model train enthusiast - Dorset

Australian Red Cross
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  • Flexible days and times
  • Minimum commitment of 12 months

The program Red Cross supports individuals living with a diagnosed mental illness to improve wellbeing, social connection, and supports their recovery. We do this by matching volunteers with socially isolated individuals living with a mental illness, to participate in social activities together.

The opportunity Do you want to make a difference? - Pay it Forward Whatever your motivation, be it gaining experience for work, filling in time, giving back or developing your own social connections, you will be rewarded by volunteering in this wonderful program.

This role suits someone over the age of 18 who is a good listener, has empathy, and can commit to one hour a week sharing an enthusiasm for model trains and enjoying conversation and companionship.

The impact As a Mates volunteer, you’ll brighten the life of someone suffering vulnerability by offering them companionship and friendship. Red Cross will ensure you have training, ongoing support and access to other opportunities within the World’s largest humanitarian network. For more information, please contact Rochelle Hughes (03) 6326 0400

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

You can not apply for this role as it is no longer available.