ID: 209996

Life Stories Editor Volunteer, HammondCare at Home Hunter NSW

Seniors & Aged Care Regular - more than 6 months Newcastle NSW

About this opportunity

As a HammondCare Life Stories Editors you will assist under the guidance of staff to provide a proof-reading service for our Life Stories Program. The role is designed to support volunteer biographers to produce well written and produced patient/client Life Stories.

Ideally, you'll have the following skills:

-Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word. -This is a skilled volunteer role and requires a high-level knowledge of grammar and an attention to detail. -Ability to work independently and problem solve. -Willingness to learn new technology and software.

When you submit your enquiry, please include details on why you're interested in volunteering.

Your impact

Volunteering as a Life Stories Editor you will help to produce a formatted biography for clients to share and record their stories, memories, and messages for loved ones.

HammondCare

HammondCare is an independent Christian charity, supporting people to live in their homes and maintain their independence. We're passionate about improving the quality of life for people in need and we have a wonderful group of volunteers that partner with us to enhance the lives of clients who are living at home.

Further information

For more information about volunteering at HammondCare, click the apply button below and our friendly Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator Dani will give you a call.


Additional requirements

Covid-19 vaccination . National Police Certificate *.

18 years or older • National Volunteer Police Check arranged and paid for by HammondCare • Evidence of COVID-19 vaccination will be required (two (2) doses)

* May be arranged via the Organisation. Details to be provided on expression of interest.
Time Required

This is a remote role, you can be guided by your availability from home for each biography you edit.

Suitable for
  • Centrelink Volunteers
Type of work
  • Companionship & Social Support
  • Seniors & Aged Care
  • Writing & Editing
Training

All HammondCare volunteers receive training and on-going support from a local HammondCare Volunteer Coordinator