Organisation : Anglicare
Location : Sydney
Time required : a few hours per weekl - times & days are flexbile
Duration of project : ongoing
Sector : Aged Care & Seniors, Disabilities
About the role
Volunteers are a vital part of Anglicare and are involved at many levels. The gift of your time can make a significant difference to someone else's life!
About the CALD Social Support program Frail aged individuals and people with a functional disability from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds, who need assistance with daily living to remain living independently at home and in the community.
Areas we cover
Parramatta, Blacktown, Baulkham Hills, Holroyd, Auburn, Hawkesbury, Blue Mountains, Penrith, Nepean, Windsor or Ebenezer.
What you need
– Comprehensively insured vehicle and Driver Licence
– A few hours a week to spare.
– Willing to learn
– Patient and a good listener
– Reliable
– Empathetic and non-judgmental
– A great communicator
What does it involve?
One-to-one or group support, Friendly home visiting, Assistance with shopping or with attending medical appointments, Support with bill paying or banking, Increase independence through skill development.
Please note: The travel expenses for trips made with clients will be reimbursed to Volunteers.
Training, on-going support are provided to all volunteers.
All suitable applicants will undergo and interview and National Police check.
About the organisation
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this volunteering opportunity.
Please quote in application: Social Support via Pro Bono Australia.
