City of Casey Volunteer Matcher

Uniting Social Support Program keeps people connected to the community to support them to live a happy and healthy life. The program assists people to keep doing the things they love.

We require friendly, fun loving volunteers with a strong understanding of professional boundaries  to assist in the facilitation of the Hallam Morning Melodies group. The group provides a recreational and social outlet for participants. The role will require you to draw on your group facilitation skills while supporting people to build valuable connections and enjoy group activities as part of their social goals.

The selected applicant will have effective communication skills and demonstrate confidence to facilitate and support group discussion and participation. Be prepared to use your own vehicle to provide transport assistance to consumers with reduced mobility, who may require the use of a four-wheel walker or stick.

You'll have respect for diversity and support a positive interaction between participants in the group, and the skills and confidence to work independently. Current Australian driver’s licence and road worthy vehicle essential. induction, ongoing supervision and opportunities for professional development provided. Interested? For further information, please contact volunteers@unitingagewell.org and quote DD-S-110.

Uniting AgeWell recognises that most people want to continue living independently at home. We also understand that personal connections are an important part of life. Our Social Connections Program supports people aged over 65 to get back to the things they love and reconnect with their community through Volunteer Engagement.

Our Social Connection Program is led by Volunteers, who provide meaningful support through a range of activities including:

• Local group outings
• Special interest groups
• One on one visits
• Phone-based connections
• Centre-based activities
• Community Transport (Grampians)

Whether it’s enjoying a conversation over a cup of coffee at someone’s home, learning a new hobby together or getting out and about in the community to do something fun, we have an opportunity for everyone. Our volunteers have such a positive impact on the people they connect with and their local communities.

Uniting AgeWell provides volunteers with training and induction, supervision and ongoing opportunities for learning and development.