Found 17 volunteering opportunities in Australia

Help facilitate play, activities and distraction for patients, siblings and visitors at the Queensland Children’s Hospital. Join our volunteer team to provide moments of happiness and social connection in the hospital environment.

Are you looking to make a difference? STEPS Pathways College is an innovative new learning model designed to develop independence for people with a disability. As a STEPS volunteer, you will have the opportunity to assist in a professional and fun environment and feel rewarded by the positive social impact you are helping to create.

The Inala Multicultural Festival is a FREE one-day-only event, available to families in our local community and surrounding areas. It combines multicultural performances, rides, great food and diverse stalls. We are looking for a team of amazing volunteers to assist with the set-up/down and running of this exciting event in the Inala community! We would love for you to be part of the event.

Have you ever seen those American movies where they go on summer camps? Well… that is exactly what we do at Cahoots! Make a difference to a young person living with a disability this upcoming Summer Holidays! We are seeking dedicated volunteers to serve as Summer School Holiday Program Leaders, taking on the incredible responsibility of providing care and support to these remarkable individuals.

The Bridge is always looking for volunteers that are willing to support people living with disabilities and disadvantaged backgrounds to enjoy a range of recreational and sporting activities. We have a wide range of activities that our participants can engage in and each activity is in need of volunteers to assist our staff and support workers.

Gig Buddies Central Coast seeks volunteers who can provide mateship to an adult with a mild to moderate learning disability and/or autism. We are looking for a male buddy based within Hamlyn Terrace area in their early 30s. ***To be referred to this role an interview with Volunteering Central Coast is required. You will be contacted soon to arrange a mutually convenient time and place. ***

Gig Buddies Central Coast seeks volunteers who can provide mateship to an adult with a mild to moderate learning disability and/or autism. We are looking for a female buddy based within Halekulani area aged 30-40 years. ***To be referred to this role an interview with Volunteering Central Coast is required. You will be contacted soon to arrange a mutually convenient time and place. ***

Come along to our Play and Learn Playgroup at Moorditj Kulungar Kwinana. This session provides learning through play opportunities and a safe space for children and families to connect. The Playgroup is for children aged 0 – 4 years led by our Aboriginal Resource Worker, we provide opportunities for Aboriginal families who visit us to learn about the first 3 years of a child’s life and prepare them for school.

Ocean Mind is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals from ages 16 and over to join our volunteer Mentor team. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the fields of youth work, mental health/disability support, community engagement and therapeutic intervention through surfing.

emotion21 is a program of the Inclusion Foundation, that provides Australian-first innovative dance and fitness programs for children and young adults with Down syndrome. The benefits of the program are wide-ranging and include health, exercise, social and self-esteem for participants. The Mover supports the dance class teacher to ensure each participant is engaged, learning and receiving valuable and personalised feedback, and can access the full benefits of the program.

Volunteer Support Worker for Young People, through mentoring, assistance with homework, hobbies, sporting activities and attending community events. You might have something to offer that we haven't even thought of yet.

Have you been told you have a good speaking voice for radio? Want to get involved in radio but don’t know where to start? Keen to give back to your local community in a meaningful way? The Vision Australia Radio Network provide news and information services to blind, low vision and other communities with print disabilities across Victoria, Southern New South Wales, Adelaide, Perth and Darwin.Join a dedicated team of radio volunteers in Geelong and learn how to read and present programs.

Community Visitors uphold the Human Rights of people living in supported care. They visit accommodation facilities and monitor and report on the adequacy of services provided. This role is ideally suited to individuals who are able to visit during day-time hours or late afternoons and who can make a commitment of two years. Training will be provided to support you in the role.

The role is supporting parents, grandparents, and significant others in a child's life to navigate the Child Safety system. FIN Townsville offers free independent support to all families involved in Child Safety to ensure the safety of children is paramount, and families are appropriately supported. FIN is a self-funded, parent-led, volunteer organisation. #child safety #family support #compassion #counseling

Are you interested in supporting people with disabilities in their employment. Our warehousing and manufacturing service in Dandenong provides meaningful employment for people with disabilities who require support at work. Tasks include supporting individuals in picking and packing, labeling, assembling, skill training and supporting productivity.

Reading newspapers/magazine articles, books etc., on air for people with print disabilities.

This role involves preparing newspapers for broadcast by readers.