Activity Assistant Volunteers

About this opportunity

Volunteers will support participants with intellectual and physical disabilities. You will support participants and staff with a range of activities throughout the day including arts and crafts, carpentry, swimming, literacy, computer skills, sports, gym, exercising, dancing, basketball, yoga, walking, theatre group, choir, money skills, using public transport, gardening, cooking, barbecues, bowling, fishing and mentoring and many others.

This involves: • Welcoming participants • Encouraging them • Including them • Helping participants to build confidence • Observing their well-being and safety • Following the example and direction of supervising staff • Entering enthusiastically into the day’s activities • Reporting any questions or concerns to staff

You will be directed by The Bridge staff as needed. This is a regular weekly weekday role.

Additional requirements

Covid-19 vaccination . Others .

Over 18 yr applicants only
NDIS screening check free for volunteers
Patience, kindness, respect, acceptance of diversity

Time Required

4 - 6 hours per week

Suitable for

• Centrelink Volunteers
• People Learning English
• People with disability
• Wheelchair Access

Type of work

• Arts, Craft & Photography
• Companionship & Social Support
• Disability Support

Training

Induction and on the job training,

Reimbursement

Tea and coffee