Found 52 volunteering opportunities in Australia

Can you provide telephone peer support to people who are in the process of recovering from problem gambling behavior or related to others who are being impacted by someone else’s problem gambling? You will need to be Chinese speaking for this volunteer role. We urgently need more volunteers to join our program.

Griefline is a not-for-profit organisation that supports people who are experiencing grief, loss, loneliness and isolation on a national level. We offer a compassionate space where people can express and explore their experiences without being judged. We provide this service through our toll-free helpline, booked support calls, online forums, support groups, self-care information, education, resources, and training programs.

Surf life-saving in Australia is a respected and vital community service, with volunteers dedicating their time to protect the lives of others. It offers a unique combination of community service, physical challenges, and personal growth opportunities. South Narrabeen SLSC is located between Clarke and Mactier Streets on the Northern Beaches of Sydney, New South Wales. Established in 1922, it has a proud history of over 100 years.

Lifeline Central West is looking for people to answer calls on our 13 11 14 Crisis Support Service. An opportunity to make a differance in the community, use your existing life experiences to support those callers in crisis.

The Emergency Relief (ER) Volunteer assists clients who are experiencing financial hardship through the provision of food parcels, food voucher, petrol voucher and PBS (chemist) prescriptions. The ER Volunteer is required to meet with clients through scheduled appointments, which are held weekly from Monday – Thursday. Administrative tasks such as filing paperwork and tidying up of ER room may also be undertaken by the ER volunteer when not meeting with clients.

AnglicareSA is calling out for Volunteers who are interested in driving the vans and/or undertaking a stylist role to support customers to choose their own outfits. Thread Together is driving social and environmental change. The mobile wardrobes deliver brand new clothes to people in the community experiencing vulnerability. This program has a positive impact on many peoples lives, including those experiencing/at risk of homelessness; Aboriginal communities; refugees; survivors of dv.

Would you like to assist the Head Trainer with timely and adequate first aid? (in accordance with SFL code of conduct). What about assisting with the recruitment, retention and succession planning of other trainers? First Aid qualifications or nursing qualifications needed as you need to be able to apply basic taping, wound management, medical conditions and injury prevention & management. Sound like you? If so, apply now!

Would you like to volunteer from the comfort of your own home? if so, this could be the perfect position for you. The Telecross Program supports the wellbeing of older Australian’s who are isolated and at risk of accident or illness that may go unnoticed.

We are seeking volunteers to assist in helping build awareness and understanding of real situations facing people seeking asylum in Australia. Volunteers will be required to attend schools during school hours.

Oversee the coordination of activities, programs and development which fulfills the purpose of Ascension Connection -"to provide a welcoming, inclusive and safe space to serve and connect people experiencing hardship in our community".

When a natural disaster strikes or an emergency situation arises, DFES’s State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers can be found providing a wide range of volunteer services to help the community cope from the impact a disaster. This involves providing emergency repairs on buildings, to restoration of essential services and ferrying cargo and passengers across flood waters. Helping the community to recover by responding to natural disasters is only part of SES’ responsibility.

The SES Mandurah are looking for young people to join their youth cadet program to have fun with other young people in the community, while also developing new skills and participating in exciting training opportunities.

Can you make a difference by spending time with and supporting older people in a group setting? Intereach coordinate social support groups from our Deniliquin office to help alleviate the burden of loneliness and provide opportunity for social engagement. We are looking for compassionate individuals from all walks of life to provide friendship and companionship to older people in need, delivered in a group setting. What a special way to give back to the community!

"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.

Empowered Together is on the lookout for brand new Workshop Facilitators to deliver our Consent 101 workshop to young people across Melbourne.

Bring out the 'actor' in you! Role players needed to assist in SAPOL training for Cadet, Detective and Mounted Operations (our horses).

Monitor Government allocated emergency frequencies on CB radio and referral to appropriate emergency service. Attend required triathlons.

Promote RFDS and help at fundraising events. Events include market days, open gardens, raffles and occasional special events. Cooking, making savories and cakes, supper provision at old time dance once a month. Staff information and raffle ticket stalls and general assistance at events with a great team.

Being part of a team providing support for first responders, such as those from police or fire departments, in emergency situations.

Would you like to assist in making sure life-saving equipment is in a ready state at all times to save lives? Coogee Beach Surf Life Saving Club is looking for a Volunteer Equipment Coordinator with good knowledge of club culture and procedures.