Found 23 Health volunteering opportunities in Australia

Provide event first aid services to the community and local organisations

As a volunteer you and your volunteer colleagues will learn about the NSW Mental Health Act, in particular the role of the Mental Health Review Tribunal. To facilitate an understanding of this information for the relatives, carers and families attending a Hearing, our service supports a volunteer family support program. Specifically designed for the weekly Hearings, family provide positive feedback about the support provided.

Do you have a talent in arts and craft and would like to help patients in palliative care?

We are looking for GPs that can volunteer 4 hours a month at one of our busy Street Side Medic clinics. Join a fun medical team that focuses on primary care for those in the community that are experiencing homelessness or tough times.

The helpline was established in 2009, and is the only such service in Australia helping people living with pain. Guides have a personal connection to chronic pain and are able to support callers with chronic pain.

The co-facilitator for the "Everybody is Welcome" Pain Support Group can be located anywhere in Australia. The group is a safe space for to help participants to share their experiences of living with chronic pain, promoting self-management techniques, reducing isolation and assisting with health system navigation.

As the Learning and development Officer you will be responsible for developing and implementing a program of work aligned to the G2K’s Training Strategy and Plan to build best practice in training and competency. You will also be responsible for organizing and facilitating various training programs and events as per training needs of the project.

We are looking for a volunteer registered nurse for 4 to 6 hours per week for a support service for families and patients in rare disease

We are looking for a volunteer registered nurse for 6 hours per week for a support service for families and patients in oncology (inherited cancers)

The Break charity assists new authors to get their stories out. One of our authors, a very experienced counsellor, has written a pioneering new form of self-help book. We need a graphic artist who can create several graphics to demonstrate the sequential steps in a new counselling process & a book cover design.

Breastfeeding counsellors are trained volunteers who offer breastfeeding information and mother-to-mother support to women whose babies are breastfeeding and to their families. Their area of expertise is breastfeeding support. The counsellors have to have breastfed at least one baby for a minimum of 6 months and hold a current Certificate IV in Breastfeeding Education (Counselling) (or equivalent) and have to complete ongoing training to up d ate their knowledge and skills.

The key role of community connector volunteers in this project is to assist with enabling socially isolated people (primarily 65+) who have been referred from a range of services, including health practitioners, to determine what community activities they would like to participate in and overcome any barriers to participation.

Are you passionate about helping others and making a difference in your community? Brownies Bus at Repat Health Precinct is looking for dedicated volunteers to join our Courtesy Vehicle Team. As a courtesy driver, you'll play a crucial role in providing support and assistance to consumers, their families, and visitors navigating the health precinct.

PANDA is seeking Peer Support Volunteers to work on its National Helpline. The National Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Helpline provides support, information, counselling and referral to people experiencing perinatal anxiety and depression. Volunteers MUST be parents or grandparents who have had a lived experience of perinatal anxiety and depression (self or carer) or have faced other significant challenges in the perinatal period.

We are looking for people who can share some time to work with residents in sharing a space to explore mindfulness and reflection. This is a proven practice for people to be in the moment and reflect on their environment and their wellbeing.

The co-facilitator for the Let's Taco About It Pain Support Group must be aged between 18 & 25, live with chronic pain and be comfortable connecting with other young people online. The Tacos is a safe space for young people, helping participants to share their experiences of living with chronic pain, promoting self-management techniques, reducing isolation and assisting with health system navigation.

Promote RFDS and help at fundraising events. Events include market days, open gardens, raffles and occasional special events. Cooking, making savories and cakes, supper provision at old time dance once a month. Staff information and raffle ticket stalls and general assistance at events with a great team.

Are you ready to step into a vital role that allows you to provide essential clinical services at exciting events across the state? We're seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Event Responders. As an Event Responder, you'll receive comprehensive training, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to make a positive impact on the community. If you're passionate about healthcare, helping others, and being a part of thrilling events, this is the opportunity for you.

St John Albany are offering volunteer positions as Clinical Volunteer Non-Drivers. As a Clinical Volunteer Non-Driver, you will be part of a team that provides first aid at community events, festivals, concerts or as a third officer of an ambulance crew.

Every year our First Aid Awareness Officers connect St John WA with thousands of people through free and fun first aid learning opportunities. This is a great opportunity to contribute towards making first aid a part of everyone’s life and building resilient communities on a personal basis.