Found 26 Disability Services volunteering opportunities in Victoria VIC

As a Volunteer, you will have a meaningful impact on the lives of people with disabilities and their families by supporting with 1:1 community participation activities. You will create positive change in the community, enhance your skillset and build industry experience

On Sunday 11 August Muscular Dystrophy will stage Run for Strength - a fun run/walk around Princes Park. We need volunteers to act as marshalls around the course making sure participants dont go the wrong way. It is an easy job but one that is crucial to the success of the event. Its a wonderful celebration of able bodied people coming together with those with a disability.

To accompany, support and interact in a unique Centre that caters for disadvantaged, disabled and /or people requiring support.

• Do you want to use your skills to help others in your community? • Are you a student/retiree have some spare time in your day, and looking for experience in the disability sector? • Do you have an eye for detail? This role will help many people within our community that have difficulty accessing services and support due to barriers to completing necessary paperwork or online information.

Down Syndrome Victoria is looking for volunteers for an exciting new program – FitSkills. FitSkills is a evidence-based physical activity program for people with Down syndrome. In this program the person with Down syndrome will be matched with a volunteer partner. Together they will exercise at their local gym, fitness centre or health club. The program runs for 12 weeks and participants go to the gym together twice a week.

We are seeking a mentor? Support genU Participate client leadership and advocacy group provide opportunities for clients, to express their experiences, feedback, ideas, challenges and concerns about services and business practices.

We are looking for a volunteer to assist with our swim/gym program on Thursdays. The Bridge is always looking for volunteers that are willing to support people living with disabilities and disadvantaged backgrounds to enjoy a range of recreational and sporting activities. We have a wide range of activities that our participants can engage in and each activity is in need of volunteers to assist our staff and support workers.

Do you love gardening? Do you want to get out in the sunshine (weather debatable in Melbourne) and spend some time working with your hands? We need gardeners/landscapers or just people who enjoy being out in the garden that are willing to come and volunteer their time and enthusiasm with our participants. Days needed for participation are Friday morning or afternoon.

Scope are seeking volunteers to facilitate a group program for people with multiple disabilities.

RIAC is looking for Volunteers to assist people in our community accessing services and support due to barriers to completing necessary paperwork or online information.

• Do you want to use your skills to help others in your community? • Are you a student/retiree have some spare time in your day, and looking for experience in the disability sector? • Do you have an eye for detail? This role will help many people within our community that have difficulty accessing services and support due to barriers to completing necessary paperwork or online information.

Was your New Years resolution to volunteer this year? Want to gain experience in disability support? Jump on board with us! Join our team of friendly, supportive staff & volunteers in our recreational programs for children, teenagers & adults with a disability, on weekends & during school holidays. There may also be an opportunity to join in on overnight camps if you wish.

#Do you love Lego or cooking? Keen on computer gaming or swimming? Our regular after school programs would love your help. Volunteers work alongside Support Workers to encourage, motivate and engage young participants in our after school programs. Weekly or fortnightly times available. Most activities are 2 - 4 hours.

Are you passionate about creating positive change to your community? Merri Mates is a 1-on-1 social outreach program that supports people with mild to moderate disabilities. Participants experience social isolation, so volunteers provide them with companionship and support to engage in a variety of activities tailored to their hobbies, interests, and abilities. You’ll gain valuable experience volunteering with the Merri Mates program and make a difference to the lives of others.

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.

Volunteer with people with Down syndrome in a fun exercise program FitSkills FitSkills is an evidence-based physical activity program for people with Down syndrome. In this program the person with Down syndrome will be matched with a volunteer partner. Together they will exercise at their local gym, fitness centre or health club. The program runs for 10 weeks per term and participants go to the gym together once a week followed by a meal with other participants and volunteers.

Blind Sports & Recreation Victoria is looking for a friendly swimming buddy to accompany a blind lady living in Broadmeadows on weekly swims at her local pool - the Broadmeadows Leisure Centre. This will be a two hour time commitment each week or fortnight on an ongoing basis. You must be female to apply due to change-room requirements.

Looking to Volunteer? Enthusiastic? Want to engage and assist others in a supportive environment? Share your skills and interests with others? Work with people with a disability to meet their needs and enjoy life

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about the not-for-profit sector and making a difference in people’s lives to join our wonderful team at Get2Know (Finance Team)

Do you have a penchant for planning? Are you wanting to channel this into making a real difference in the lives of individuals living with a disability? If the answer is yes, then we've got the perfect mission for you! Join us as our Social Adventure Architect and be a driving force in creating a more inclusive and supportive community.