Volunteer Telecross, Telechat Caller- Southport, Gold Coast
Australian Red Cross- Ongoing position
- Minimum 3 month commitment
- At least one shift per week (Monday to Sunday
- Please note calls for volunteer role must be made from our Southport Office
The program
Red Cross supports older people who live alone and are in need of social connections. Red Cross social programs match those who are not in regular social contact, with a volunteer. These programs include home visits, social outings, group activities, social and wellbeing phone calls.
- TeleCross- Wellbeing Call
- TeleChat- Social Chat
The opportunity
This role is suitable for persons over the age of 18 who are passionate about working with elderly people. The applicant will have good listening skills and empathy for all participants.
The impact
As a volunteer, you will enhance the lives of those who are socially isolated and you will be adding value to their wellbeing. Red Cross will ensure you have training, ongoing support and access to other learning opportunities within the World’s largest humanitarian network.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply