Organisation : Office of the Public Advocate
Location : Melbourne, VIC Regional (Carlton)
Time required : 8-10 hours per month. (1-2 hours per week)
Duration of project : On-going
Skill area : Advocacy
Sector : Law, Justice & Human Rights
About the role
Community Visitors are the eyes and ears of the community and perform an important role
of upholding the human rights of people with a cognitive disability and/or
mental illness who are living in supported care.
They monitor and report on the adequacy of services being provided to
residents/patients.
Community Visitors also talk to residents/patients to identify issues of concern and write
a brief report at the conclusion of the visit.
Community Visitors visit in pairs and visit facilities within their region. Good
communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills are required. The
ability to contribute to a visit report is also required. This role
is ideally suited to individuals who are available during day-time hours or
late afternoons.
Access to your own transport to get to visits is required.
(Travel expenses are reimbursed). Training is also provided.
About the organisation
The Office of the Public Advocate protects and promotes the rights and interests of people with a disability and/or mental illness.
How to apply
Read the Position Description and Click on the link below:
https://www.publicadvocate.vic.gov.au/opa-volunteers/register-your-interest
Please quote in application: Community Visitor via Pro Bono Australia.
