Family Support Service - Bunbury
Australian Red Cross - Bunbury and Donnybrook⁻ Commitment to visit a family once a week for a 4 hour block for a 12 week period.
⁻ Volunteer assists parent/s with care tasks pertaining to the needs of babies and toddlers- feeding, settling, playing. Can also include assistance to attend appointments for parent or child. Linkage to community groups and supports. Assistance with light house duties e.g. folding washing or meal preparation. Respite for parent to self care or rest if required. DOES NOT include transporting family or babysitting in absence of parent.
⁻ Be reliable and punctual. If unable to attend a visit due to illness or unavoidable circumstance, advise Family Support Officer immediately.
⁻ Report any incidents or concerns in relation to the family’s health, welfare or well being, to Family Support Officer promptly.
⁻ Maintain client confidentiality at all times.
⁻ Reporting of arrival & departure from each visit by text message to Family Support Officer.
⁻ Submission of weekly visit report
⁻ Attend all ongoing training where possible.