Responsibilities

• Oversee workshop arriving prior to the start at 9:30am to set up sewing machines etc
• Ensure refreshments are available for guests
• Welcome participants and engage them in the tasks
• Supervise volunteers who are assisting and ensuring mindfulness of participants’ visa status
• Oversee Work Health and Safety and Self Care requirements in partnership with Welcoming Centre Manager
• Ensure the room is left in a clean and tidy state at the end of the session
• Have input into making the program interesting and enjoyable for participants

Knowledge & Experience

• Ability to take on a leadership role
• Understanding of visa classifications and implications for some participants
• Commitment to the well-being of participants, the task and program brief
• Ability to supervise other volunteers and delegate tasks
• Excellent interpersonal skills with volunteers and visitors
• Cross-cultural skills and respect for diversity
• Understanding of Work Health and Safety requirements and self-care

Skills & Personal Attributes

• Facilitative and collaborative
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic
• Honest and reliable
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills
• Adaptability, flexibility and patience

Minimum Commitment A minimum commitment of 12 months is required.

Reporting To: Welcoming Centre Manager and Host Project Leader

National Police Certificate and Working with Children Check required.