Found 42 Companionship & Social Support volunteering opportunities in Perth City

We are seeking a male mentor for a young person who is in care for a long term mentoring role. There is a great need for mentors for our young people in care and for this we would like a mature and well-grounded person who can give some of their time to take on this essential and mutually rewarding role. Please note this opportunity is for a male volunteer who lives around the central Perth area.

Cancer Council WA is seeking volunteers with a sensitive and caring nature to provide support and assistance to cancer patients with the temporary management of hair loss associated with cancer treatment. Volunteers assist clients to select, fit and care for headwear that they feel most comfortable with.

We are seeking several volunteers to help patients with directions, provide information on the many Cancer Council supportive care services available and to provide a listening ear when needed..

We are seeking women 18 years and over to join our team of Girl Guide Leaders in the Melville and surrounding suburbs. Work with a fantastic bunch of Girl Guides in various age groups of your preference. These established groups meet weekly on various afternoons or evenings (school term only). Girl Guide Leaders are friends, role models and mentors to our youth members. You do not require any Guiding experience, just a positive and caring attitude.

We believe that every patient deserves to feel supported and cared for during their healthcare journey. Hollywood Hospital seeking volunteers to provide 1:1 companionship to patients, company and support to patients when their meals are delivered on the ward, and support in some of our activity groups and therapy sessions.

Are you passionate about empowering young people and making a positive impact in the community? Join Leading Youth Forward (LYF), a dynamic not-for-profit dedicated to supporting and mentoring at-risk youth in Perth. We are currently seeking enthusiastic volunteers aged 22-39 to help us make a difference. We have 5 large group events each year. These are a weekend camp (March), and four single day 'big days outs'. All events are on weekends!

General Volunteers operate in departments within the hospital based on their experience and/or interest. The volunteers will carry out a range of activities designed to support patients and their visitors during their stay at the hospital. A volunteer has the opportunity to have a more ongoing interaction with a particular ward or clinical service

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.

We are looking for a beauty therapist of any kind to assist in giving seniors a special pampering session with facials, haircuts or manicures

We are looking for a Leader for our 11 – 15 yrs. Organize fun activities from craft – camping. Enthusiasm and ability to motivate young people and adults. A strong commitment to the Joey Scout Section. Ability to communicate with young people and adults

MDFA's Peer Support Groups provide a safe and welcoming space for people living with aged-related macular degeneration to share their stories and ask questions of their peers. The Peer Support Facilitator role is well suited to someone with good communications skills and confidence in public speaking. Ideally you will have experience facilitating a peer support group and/or demonstrate the ability to lead a balanced discussion.

We require volunteers to offer arts and crafts to patients and their families.

We require volunteers to provide massages to patients and their families.

The group of volunteers, called 'The Friends' are like minded people of all ages and backgrounds who "like to help". Friendships are formed. Often it is found all that is needed is a sympathetic ear and words of encouragement and cheer. To allay the apprehension of those who find strangeness and loneliness in their new hospital surroundings, the volunteers visit inpatients, escort new patients and visitors to appointments, provide comfort, always with a kind word or gesture and good cheer.

The Ellenbrook Mile promotes mental and physical wellbeing in the Ellenbrook and surrounds area. We are seeking Information Officers for our quirky kiosk in Ellenbrook Shopping Centre. You will be helping enquirers get connected to local services who are seeking information on local NFP, services or clubs. We love people with creative ideas to engage others. If this sounds like you- then please consider applying for this role.

Koya is seeking volunteers to assist our facilitators for the Djookian Club which is a girls club for First Nations girls.

Would you like to give some of your time to help busy mums with their playgroup activities? If so this volunteering role may be just what you are looking for.

The Voluntary Transport team is a lifeline for patients who have no other way of getting to our hospital. Our team picks up and drops off patients at Royal Perth Hospital. We also help patients to get from the Voluntary Transport vehicle to their appointment in the hospital building. We are always looking for new volunteers. If you interested in becoming a driver, please contact the Voluntary Transport Team. 9224 2054

We believe that every patient deserves to feel supported and cared for during their healthcare journey. Our Patient Support Volunteers play a vital role in making that happen. Make a difference in the lives of patients and families at Hollywood Private Hospital! Join our dedicated team of Patient Support Volunteers

This research project is aiming to enhance the hospital environment to help patients with aphasia communicate and recover after a stroke.