Found 36 volunteering opportunities in Australia

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RDA is a voluntary organisation providing equine-assisted activities for people with disabilities to develop and enhance abilities through programs such as riding, dressage and carriage driving. Horses provide vital mental and physical stimulation for our disabled participants, improving their confidence, increasing their autonomy and delivering immeasurable amounts of pleasure. There are many and varied opportunities for volunteers at our centre.

RDA is a voluntary organisation providing equine-assisted activities for people with disabilities to develop and enhance abilities through programs such as riding, dressage and carriage driving. Horses provide vital mental and physical stimulation for our disabled participants, improving their confidence, increasing their autonomy and delivering immeasurable amounts of pleasure. There are many and varied opportunities for volunteers at our centre.

Volunteers will assist the STEPS Pathways College trainers with our Boarding College students in and outside of the classroom, by providing guidance, mentoring, additional explanations, and support. 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.

As a volunteer walking buddy, you will be helping a blind and hearing impaired male get out of the house, reintroduce more physical activity into his life and feel socially connected. Flexible with days and 1 hour time commitment per week.

To support the RDA(NSW) Tall Timbers Centre by assisting with horse preparation, leading of horses in program sessions, assistance with life skills/groundwork sessions and assisting in the pack up and return of horses to the paddock.

To support the RDA(NSW) Tall Timbers Centre by assisting with light gardening duties on the property. - This role is not as physically demanding as property maintenance volunteers and may be suitable to someone with physical issues which require minimal lifting or carrying of heavy items.

Volunteer with an organisation whose mission is to enable people with disabilities throughout Victoria to experience enjoyment, challenge and a sense of achievement through participation in equestrian activities to improve their quality of life, attain personal goals and develop life skills.

• Do you want to use your skills to help others in your community? • Are you a student/retiree have some spare time in your day, and looking for experience in the disability sector? • Do you have an eye for detail? This role will help many people within our community that have difficulty accessing services and support due to barriers to completing necessary paperwork or online information.

Blind Sports & Recreation Victoria is currently seeking a volunteer to accompany an elderly lady who is blind on weekly or fortnightly walks in her local area of Mornington for 1 hour. Help this lady explore her suburb, keep fit and feel socially connected!

Volunteers will assist the STEPS Pathways College trainers with the delivery of learning activities by providing guidance, mentoring, additional explanations, and support to the students. Learning activities for independent living include – communication, healthy living, home maintenance, community connection, social engagement, employment, tenancy, healthy relationships, building friendships, and numeracy and literacy skills.

STEPS Café Volunteers will assist students with disability in a hospitality environment to learn essential skills for employment such as food handling, customer service, money handling and more.

Volunteer with people with Down syndrome in a fun exercise program FitSkills FitSkills is an evidence-based physical activity program for people with Down syndrome. In this program the person with Down syndrome will be matched with a volunteer partner. Together they will exercise at their local gym, fitness centre or health club. The program runs for 10 weeks per term and participants go to the gym together once a week followed by a meal with other participants and volunteers.

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! Cahoots is a charity that takes young people living with disabilities on camps and adventures to connect, learn, and celebrate.

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.

Down Syndrome Victoria is looking for volunteers for an exciting new program – FitSkills. FitSkills is a evidence-based physical activity program for people with Down syndrome. In this program the person with Down syndrome will be matched with a volunteer partner. Together they will exercise at their local gym, fitness centre or health club. The program runs for 12 weeks and participants go to the gym together twice a week.

Blind Sports & Recreation Victoria is currently seeking a volunteer to accompany a quiet lady who is vision impaired on fortnightly walks in her local area of Essendon for 1-2 hours. You need to be available on either a Friday afternoon or Tuesday day-time to apply. Help this lady explore her suburb, keep fit and feel socially connected!

We are looking for a volunteer to assist with our swim/gym program on Thursdays. 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. ***