Found 61 volunteering opportunities in Australia

To hear someone, say that I am their last hope, really brings home the need for us on the phones - A volunteer Lifeline offer 24/7 Phone Service to the Australian community, and this wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of people like you. Phone volunteering as a Crisis Supporter may be right for you at Lifeline Melbourne, especially if you enjoy the one-on-one interaction you get from a phone conversation and if you like to learn best with others.

Are you seeking some practical and hands on experience in your chosen mental health field? ADAVIC is looking to recruit some Facebook Support Volunteers for our very busy online service. We are looking for motivated and committed individuals to support our followers from all over the world! Please note that this position requires a minimum 12-month commitment, with 6 hours of commitment per week.

Lifeline Canberra exists to support people in crisis and save the lives of those experiencing thoughts of suicide. Our Telephone Crisis Support Volunteers are essential in making a difference in the lives of Canberrans who call 13 11 14.

Lifeline Narrm exists to support people in crisis and save the lives of those experiencing thoughts of suicide. Our Telephone Crisis Support Volunteers are essential in making a difference in the lives of Victorians who call 13 11 14.

As a volunteer you and your volunteer colleagues will learn about the NSW Mental Health Act, in particular the role of the Mental Health Review Tribunal. To facilitate an understanding of this information for the relatives, carers and families attending a Hearing, our service supports a volunteer family support program. Specifically designed for the weekly Hearings, family provide positive feedback about the support provided.

Do you have a talent in arts and craft and would like to help patients in palliative care?

Lifeline Western Melbourne are looking for volunteers who are good listeners, empathetic, compassionate, and committed to supporting others to take calls from people who are experiencing a crisis.

A Consumer Advisor is a member of our community who can voice a lived experience of health care at Western Health. They participate in committees, focus groups, projects and a range of other activities to ensure the patient perspective is always considered. Consumer Advisors are part of the Western Health community and should reflect the diversity of our community

Are you interested in being the voice of youth mental health? You provide guidance to headspace Bondi Junction to ensure we’re tackling the issues most relevant to young people today. This can be events, presentations, creating resources or even having a say on how the headspace centre is run.

The helpline was established in 2009, and is the only such service in Australia helping people living with pain. Guides have a personal connection to chronic pain and are able to support callers with chronic pain.

Are you an experienced counsellor (eligible for registration with Psychology Board of Australia, or membership of PACFA, AASW or equivalent) looking to deepen your therapeutic approach? Mandala offers a comprehensive training course with a unique opportunity to integrate Psychodynamic theories and practical skills into your clinical practice. While there's an associated fee for the training, we provide partial scholarships based on individual circumstances. The next intake begins in July 2024.

Lifeline Northern Rivers are looking for Volunteer Crisis Supporters who are good listeners, compassionate, and committed to supporting others so that no one has to face their darkest moments alone. Benefits include: - Belonging to the Lifeline Community - Potential Career Opportunities - Giving back to your community - Making a difference - Meeting new people - Ongoing support - Practical experience - Personal and professional growth and development

Seeking a proactive and passionate Secretary to join our team to help implement marketing and business strategies, attend meetings, and with funding, sponsorship and filmmaking projects

Seeking a proactive and passionate Director to join our team to help implement marketing and business strategies, attend meetings, and help with the decision-making process in relation to funding, grants, project management, and sponsorship initiatives.

**Role Overview:** We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Company Secretary to join our Board of Trustees as a key member. The Company Secretary will play a critical role in ensuring that the charity operates in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and will guide on governance matters to the Board.

Could you help make someone's day a bit brighter? The Kurri Kurri District Hospital Volunteers provide comfort to patients, their families and visitors when they need it most. As well they support staff and fundraise to help build a better patient experience. They have a cafe that is managed on site but we need more helpers to get it open.

Could you help make someone's day a bit brighter? Cessnock Volunteers provide care and comfort to patients, their carers and families when they need it most. As well as supporting staff, you will be helping to help build a better patient experience.

Seeking support group leaders for our Family with allergies support group to assist in leading and facilitating the group.

The co-facilitator for the "Everybody is Welcome" Pain Support Group can be located anywhere in Australia. The group is a safe space for to help participants to share their experiences of living with chronic pain, promoting self-management techniques, reducing isolation and assisting with health system navigation.

A fantastic opportunity is available to take charge and provide audit information to management by researching and analyzing data; preparing reports on various processes and projects at Get2Know! The successful candidate will be a part of a dynamic and motivated team that are extremely passionate about the work they do while contributing to the community!