Found 317 Disability Services volunteering opportunities in Australia

Jamie is an easy-going, young person in his mid-20’s. He enjoys music and watching marvel and horror movies. Jamie would like to connect with a confident person that will become a trusted friend and speak up for him when required. He needs an advocate with non-verbal communication skills. He lives in supported accommodation in Coolbinia. Jamie has an intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, is non-verbal and uses an eye gaze device to communicate.

Citizen Advocacy is seeking crisis advocates to assist with short-term advocacy roles addressing unforeseen or urgent issues in the life of a person with intellectual disability. No specific qualifications are required, just confidence and a passion for social justice.

Leah is a friendly and articulate lady in her 40’s with autism who has an interest in handicraft and Taiko Japanese drumming. She is seeking an advocate close to where she lives in Willagee to be her friend and meet up with her occasionally, sometimes independently and sometimes with her son, who is 7 years old. This person would gently encourage Leah to pursue some of her interests and hobbies and get out of the house.

Mia is a cheerful lady in her 40’s living in Wilson. She is seeking an advocate in her local area to be her friend and get out and about in the community with her. Mia is a sociable, friendly lady that has a love for music, dancing and meeting new people. She has a mild intellectual disability and a visual impairment which impacts her confidence when in public. Mia would appreciate her new friend helping her navigate this so she can continue to enjoy her independence.

Citizen Advocacy seeks volunteers throughout the Perth area to be a friend and advocate to someone with an intellectual disability. You would develop a unique, one-to-one relationship, enjoying social outings and activities together. You can help advocate for someone by: • Assisting them to reach a life ambition or goal • Giving them a voice to become part of decision making and stand up for their rights • Being a mentor, offering encouragement and support to feel included and valued in societ

Future Living enables families of people with developmental disability to plan for the future. This volunteer role requires a personal touch with monthly visits to your designated client, as planned and provided for by the clients family.

Get 2 Know is searching for an experienced Volunteer NDIS technical writer to join our team and help take our services to new heights. As an ideal candidate, you have proven experience in a highly technical field, as well as experience with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Your ability to evaluate and analyse complex information is second to none - you will be able to understand, analyse, and create and edit internal and external content in relation to the NDIS.

Get2Know is looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Volunteer Support Coordinator who is able to use their understanding of the disability sector to make a real difference in the lives of NDIS participants. The right candidate will be highly compassionate and caring, be able to think outside the box, and possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills used to speak to our internal and external stakeholders.

Are you a student looking to gain experience in skills similar to those utilised in the aged care, patient transport, nursing and disability support sectors? Do you have excellent people skills, a strong work ethic and like to drive? Then we are looking for you!

Would you like to use your IT skills to contribute to the greater good? Explorability Inc. is a not-for-profit organisation that provides individual advocacy for people with disability and/or mental health, their families, and carers in Western Australia.

Do you enjoy meeting new people in your Community ? Do you have some spare time where you can be a part of something pretty special. This role may be of interest to you ! Join our Events team who provide information to interested parties at local Expos, Shopping Centres & other Community Events around services that are available to people with disability & their opportunities to gain meaningful employment. Help us start these conversations to help others realise what is possible!

Do you enjoy meeting new people in your Community ? Do you have some spare time where you can be a part of something pretty special. This role may be of interest to you ! Join our Events team who provide information to interested parties at local Expos, Shopping Centres & other Community Events around services that are available to people with disability & their opportunities to gain meaningful employment. Help us start these conversations to help others realise what is possible!

Do you enjoy meeting new people in your Community ? Do you have some spare time where you can be a part of something pretty special. This role may be of interest to you ! Join our Events team who provide information to interested parties at local Expos, Shopping Centres & other Community Events around services that are available to people with disability & their opportunities to gain meaningful employment. Help us start these conversations to help others realise what is possible!

Arundel Park Riding for the Disabled are excited to announce our annual Family Fun Open Day! SATURDAY 30th OCTOBER This day helps to showcase our services and raise much needed money to support our programs. Come and volunteer to assist a fun day of Pony Rides, Trail Rides, Bucking Bull, Jumping Castle, Instant Raffles, Sausage Sizzle, Cake stalls, Craft stall, Lucky Dips, Face Painting, Childrens play area, Coffee, Slushies & Drinks. Live music is provided by Guanaba Country Music Club

Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health is seeking volunteers to assist with admin support for its Community Connections team. This is a non-client facing opportunity, well-suited to volunteers wishing to gain experience in NDIS. The role has a focus on entering Service Agreement data and could be done remotely (from home).

Looking for dedicated Support Workers who are looking to have a positive impact on peoples lives to work. If you are a positive, adaptable and energetic Support Worker who enjoys challenging and rewarding work – we want you to join our dedicated team!

Become a mentor and change the world for a person with an intellectual disability

Are you looking to make a difference to someone's life? Become a mentor and advocate to a person with disability.

The advocate's role is to befriend of a vulnerable person and help them to improve their quality of life, including to be involved in the wider community.

Unique volunteer advocate role to support a vulnerable person.