Tech help & community support for seniors (Regional WA)
About this opportunity
If you can offer 1-2 hours a week with a reasonably consistent commitment, we would love to hear from you.
You will need to have basic skills to operate most electronic devices, programs and Apps. Also be patient, compassionate and a good communicator.
We will provide all the training, guidance and support from your Volunteer Team Leader to ensure you are ready to help our clients. Training includes Induction, Silver Chain Best Care learning modules and your client introduction with a Silver Chain staff member.
You will meet some lovely people in your community and help make a difference to their lifestyle to stay living at home.
The Volunteer Tech Support Service is offered to Silver Chain clients who own either a mobile phone, tablet, iPad, computer or other device and will benefit from the program with the one-on-one individualised support in their own home.
The focus of the program is to support clients to enhance their technical skills and better use their technology with daily tasks whilst living with the uncertainty of COVID-19 and the challenges it brings.
For clients who may find it difficult to get out and about, supporting them to learn how to use video calling with their loved ones, friends can certainly boost their confidence.
This position is suitable for people aged 18+ A police clearance is required and is paid for by the organisation. Reimbursement for km’s is offered, we aim to match you with a client close to your area. This could be a great work experience opportunity or just a meaningful way to stay connected yourself with your community, have fun, make friends and make a real change is someone else’s life.
Additional requirements
Driver's Licence (C) . National Police Certificate *.
The Community volunteer will be required to do:
A police clearance is required and is paid for by the organisation.
Reimbursement for km’s is offered, we aim to match you with a client close to your area.
All tasks performed to be undertaken following training and orientation are in accordance with the Group’s purpose and established standards.
Volunteers will communicate in a timely, appropriate and effective manner to ensure quality service provision is maintained.
Follow documented policies, procedures and work instructions.
1 to 3 hours per week.
Suitable for- Centrelink Volunteers
- People Learning English
- Driving & Transportation
Safe Driver Training