Meals on Wheels Volunteers
About this opportunity
Meals on Wheels (MOW) Volunteer
About Intereach:
Intereach is a not-for-profit community organisation committed to developing community infrastructure and supporting rural, regional and remote communities. For over 50 years, Intereach has been working throughout the Riverina-Murray region of NSW and northern and central Victoria to strengthen and support communities and to improve the social and personal wellbeing of children, families, older people, carers and people with disability. Today, we span 38 local government areas and have more than 500 staff who deliver more than 30 programs. Our Vision of Strong Connected Communities is what drives us daily to ensure our local communities are at the heart of everything we do.
Intereach is proud to be part of Meals on Wheels, delivering meals and providing social connection to older people in our communities.
Our role is to: • recruit and train volunteers • conduct police checks for volunteers • support volunteers and the people we deliver to
About the Role:
A Meals on Wheels volunteer plays a vital role in improving the quality of life of older people aged >65 years receiving, or waitlisted for, an Australian Government funded Home Care Package (HCP) or Commonwealth Home Support Package (CHSP).
Volunteers achieve this through playing an integral role in the transport of meals from the meal provider to the older person's home. At every visit, Meals on Wheels volunteers check-in on client's wellbeing, and if the client does not seem themselves or requires medical assistance, volunteers are trained to seek help. Through ensuring the wellbeing and safety of older Australians, our essential service is proven to reduce the risk of falls and hospitalisations.
After completing an Intereach Induction Training session, you will accompany an existing volunteer for a buddy run to learn more about how we deliver MOW in that location. If you are confident, we then roster you to deliver Meals on Wheels in your community on dates that suit you. Rosters are flexible and we appreciate that you give your time willingly to help those in need. Your time commitment can be as little as once bi-monthly, although a monthly or fortnightly commitment would also be thankfully received! A MOW run usually takes between 1-2 hours to complete and do not operate on Weekends or Public Holidays.
Intereach has a dedicated team of staff to support you at every stage of recruitment, onboarding, induction and beyond. The MOW Volunteer Team Leaders and Aged Care Team will support and be your primary contact for any concerns you have about your volunteering role or client welfare.
Requirements:
We encourage caring, compassionate and dedicated individuals, with good communication skills and a desire to help older people in the community to apply. No nursing or personal care is expected in this role.
You must have a current driver's licence and registered vehicle with comprehensive car insurance or be accompanying a volunteer driver who meets these requirements.
You must be willing to undergo a police check (which Intereach will conduct on your behalf) and submit a criminal history statutory declaration if you have lived overseas for two years of more since the age of 16. We will assist you with this process.
You must be able to attend Induction Training. The Volunteer Team Leaders will work with you to find a suitable time/location to conduct the Induction.
What's in it for you?
Volunteer benefits include: • a great organisational culture with regular social engagement and role support • ongoing learning and development opportunities • a fantastic Employee Assistance Program which is available to all volunteers and their immediate family • Making a real difference in the lives of older people, providing a sense of purpose and giving back to the community • We value diversity and welcome applicants from all walks of life, ages, backgrounds, and cultures.
Ready to apply?
Applications can be submitted through the Intereach website or via SEEK.
For more information please contact:
Human Resources on 1300 488 226 or [email protected] for general enquiries. For further information related specifically to the role please contact Sarah Bartsh (NSW) on 0499 983 671 or Susan Devereaux (VIC) on 0499 984 629.
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Additional requirements
Driver's Licence (C) . National Police Certificate *.
- Families with Children
- Work Experience
- Young adults, 18 - 24
- Younger Volunteers, under 18
- Companionship & Social Support
- Driving & Transportation
- Food Preparation & Service
- Seniors & Aged Care