Support an older person with technology- Hawthorn Centre
About this opportunity
The Uniting Agewell Hawthorn Centre is offering people over 65 year of age support in using their smartphones, laptops and tablets. Being able to connect online is an important part of remaining connected to our community, and we need your help to get them online! If you would like to support someone to build their confidence and utilise their technology, then we'd like to hear from you!
This volunteer role offers:
- An opportunity to utilise your IT skills in supporting an older person get connected
- An opportunity to make a positive impact in your community and in the life of someone else
- Opportunities to learn new skills and gain experience as a volunteer.
We offer opportunities in skill and knowledge development, as well as ongoing support and mentoring. Proficient skills in using a range of smartphones, tablets and laptops is a must, as is good communications skills and the ability to work independently. Availability on Fridays weekly for 2 hours required. Having a driver’s licence & access to own vehicle is essential. We value diversity in lived experience, language, skills and abilities.
About Uniting AgeWell Our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 3,400 staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.
Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do. More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website.
Additional requirements
Covid-19 vaccination . Driver's Licence (C) . National Police Certificate *. Working with Children Check *.
Must be over 18 years old.
2 hours - Fridays weekly
Suitable for- Centrelink Volunteers
- People Learning English
- People with disability
- Companionship & Social Support
- Seniors & Aged Care
- Tutoring & Coaching
induction, ongoing supervision and access to professional development