Found 1628 volunteering opportunities in Australia

To bring joy, social and cultural connection to an older man by visiting in his residential home. Approximately an hour weekly/fortnightly at a time to suit both of you. Volunteering under the Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme you will make a difference in the life of an older person by helping to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation improve their overall wellbeing.

The Open Support Community Companion Program offers one to one phone calls to people experiencing social isolation and/or loneliness. This volunteer role offers companionship and social support based on the Open Support values of Compassion, Dignity, Excellence, Justice and Unity. If you are able to donate your time and passion to support people to connect with community, we'd really love to hear from you!

Volunteer workshop coordinator wanted. Role includes: • open and close shed as per procedures • oversee members attending Shed in terms of ensuring OH&S requirements are being met • ensure work and storage areas are kept clean and tidy • ensuring shed equipment, tools, materials, and consumables are kept clean, in order and request for re-stocking materials are completed as required • assist and direct members with use of equipment.

The role of these volunteers would be to • Sell products from the shop • Receive and record donations • Write thankyou letters / certificates • Unpack, label and display new stock • Pick up and drop off items around town • Keep the shop tidy

Volunteer Sorting Assistant required to assist with the day to day operations of Lifeline Op Shops in Albury and Wodonga. Various tasks such as sorting donations into different categories, packing and storing saleable items.

Grow Community is a Red Cross program introducing new residents with multicultural needs to the community and its services, doctors Hospitals, dental, supermarkets, community shops etc.

Seeking natural leaders to lead the charge in welcoming refugee newcomers. Do you seamlessly navigate splitting a bill between a large group? Are you the voice of reason in your WhatsApp group chat? And, above all, do you have a desire to do good, rooted in the belief that local action can create global change? If you answered yes to any of the above, read on.

Seeking natural leaders to lead the charge in welcoming refugee newcomers. Do you seamlessly navigate splitting a bill between a large group? Are you the voice of reason in your WhatsApp group chat? And, above all, do you have a desire to do good, rooted in the belief that local action can create global change? If you answered yes to any of the above, read on.

Do you seamlessly navigate splitting a bill between a large group? Are you the voice of reason in your WhatsApp group chat? And, above all, do you have a desire to do good, rooted in the belief that local action can create global change? If you answered yes to any of the above, read on.

We have a male client in Ormond who loves to chat about ideas, books, music and national and international affairs. Our Client is well read and loves listening to music, and he would love to spend an hour a fortnight with a volunteer with whom he can chat over a coffee or a gentle walk. If you are able to commit to weekly or fortnightly visits (weekends are fine), and can easily visit Ormond, please express interest below!!

Currently we have a male client in Caulfield North who has many interests including gardening, walking around gardens, playing chess, pottery work, and chatting about his life. Our client would enjoy the company of a caring, reliable and empathetic volunteer with good communication skills and an ability to commit to weekly or fortnightly visits.

Volunteer by assisting older people living in their home connect with their community. This may involve visiting the older person in their home or taking them out in the community to access services, do their shopping or attend appointments. Participation of older people in their community reduces their loneliness, improves their physical and mental wellbeing and provides them with motivation and confidence to undertake their daily living tasks. A reliable car is required for this role.

OrangeSky Australia are looking for 2 Team Leaders to assist in providing the service of free laundry, a warm shower and genuine conversation in a safe, positive and supportive environment

Healthy Cities Illawarra has an exciting opportunity for volunteers to work alongside Healthy cities Illawarra’s health promotion Officers to assist with the delivery and evaluation of the Active In-Betweens program. The Active In-Betweens program supports children aged 8-12 years living in communities considered disadvantaged. It provides a weekly after-school program in local community settings with a focus on healthy lifestyles and physical activity.

Volunteer Sorting Assistant required to assist with the day to day operations of Lifeline Op Shops in Albury and Wodonga. Various tasks such as sorting donations into different categories, packing and storing saleable items.

Volunteer required to assist with transporting clients to appointments and events, explaining documents and forms to clients, assisting Multicultural Officers in completing paperwork, advocating for clients when required and to assist in one off events when needed. You will need to have good interpersonal skills, be approachable, demonstrate a genuine interest in supporting refugees and be able to communicate well with both refugees and workers.

The role of the volunteer is to help older people and people living with disabilities stay connected in the community.

To ensure the safe and comfortable transport of clients situated in the local government area to various destinations such as: doctors’ appointments, hospital/medical appointments, aged day care, social outings, shopping etc. using a community transport vehicle. Drivers will be required to make trips to other parts of the region outside of the local area including Wagga, Albury, Shepparton, Bendigo and Melbourne.

The committee looks after the association’s affairs. It has legal duties under the Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012 (the Act). It is sometimes referred to as the ‘management committee’ or ‘board’.

This role is varied, ranging from assisting aged care residents and Club Connection participants with particular activities or just being there for a chat, providing company and support.