COME AND JOIN THE TEAM - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT**VINNIES MYAREE**

About this opportunity

The St Vincent de Paul Society WA - fondly known as “Vinnies” – has been providing a “hand up” to people in need since 1865. They are a not-for-profit organisation aspiring for an Australia transformed by compassion and built on justice.

As a Vinnies volunteer you should possess some key personal qualities, such as: • A respectful and non-judgemental nature. • The ability to demonstrate empathy. • Being a team player. • Having a happy, enthusiastic and helpful demeanour. • Professional personal presentation.

There are no essential requirements for this role, as you will be provided with all of the necessary training and support required to carry out your position. However, some skills that might come in handy throughout your volunteering experience are: • Organisation. • Creativity. • Good communication. • Experience in a retail environment.

    As a result of your involvement as a Vinnies volunteer, you can expect to:

• Make friends. • Learn new skills. • Have fun. • Always be appreciated and valued. • Be invited to several team functions throughout the year.

Additional requirements

National Police Certificate ^*. Others .

Before commencing volunteering, a Volunteer National Police Check will be carried out which is fully paid for by the organisation.

Time Required

Each half-day shift is 4 hours in duration. Volunteers can also do a full-day shift of 7.6 hours in duration. The frequency of shifts are tailored to meet the individual volunteer’s needs.

Suitable for

• Centrelink Volunteers
• Work Experience

Type of work

• Retail & Sales

Training

Induction training & ongoing coaching & skills development opportunities will be provided.

Reimbursement

Tea, coffee and refreshments.