Social Support Volunteer (3371)

Disability Support Services | Visit/Social Support/Driving

Dungog

Role ID

3371

Role Description

We require volunteers to provide companionship & social support for our clients who may be aged, living with disability or experience disadvantage. Our service provides valued social interaction and ensures clients remain connected to community and functional in their own life. Tasks are varied and may include assisting with shopping, or shop by list; taking out for coffee or a drive, attending group activities like luncheons, social visiting, e.g. enjoying a cuppa, a chat or a game of cards.

Benefits

Be part of a friendly, enthusiastic team and achieve personal satisfaction by giving back to your community while gaining new skills. Increase your own social connections and have fun! Uniform and PPE provided. Reasonable expenditure incurred while attending Social Supports and approved travel expenses will be reimbursed. Free annual flu vaccination.

Training

You will be provided with organisation induction, ongoing training, support and supervision needed to carry out the role safely and confidently.

Role Availability

Additional Information

This role has flexibility in timing. You would be able to nominate regular day/s for the role to assist in scheduling. Days and hours will be discussed with each volunteer.