Organisation : Artists For Kids' Culture
Location : Melbourne, VIC Regional
Time required : 3 hours per shift (expected frequency is at least 1 shift every 6 weeks)
Duration of project : Ongoing (weekly during the school term)
Sector : Arts & Culture
Application closing date : 30 Apr, 2022
About the role
artsbus Volunteer – Position Specification
The artsbus is a mobile arts studio, theatre and music space, enabling Artists for Kids Culture (AKC) to facilitate meaningful, thoughtful and therapeutic arts activities. Like a ‘mobile library’, the Arts Bus travels to children for free, eliminating issues of access. It brings quality arts practices to children aged 5 – 17 who would otherwise miss out.
AKC piloted the artsbus in 2018 and launched in April 2021. As our programs expand, we’re looking for a team of artists and volunteers to facilitate afternoon artsbus programs during the school term. With the support of the AKC artsbus Program Manager and other attending artists, volunteers contribute to a safe and supportive learning environment for all children. Creative materials and activities will be provided on the day; the key role of volunteers is to provide individual, hands-on and strength-based guidance to children and young people attending.
Volunteer Responsibilities
- Hold Current Working with Children Check
- Contribute to a safe and supportive learning environment for all children
- Facilitate art activities that are relevant to the children’s age
- Report any issues to the Program Manager
Your Skills and Attributes
- Creative and open to all arts activities (i.e. visual art, music, poetry etc.)
- Commitment to Occupational Health & Safety
- Commitment to Child Protection principals
Expected Commitment
- Attend 1 hour Volunteer Orientation
- Attend at least 1 artsbus program every 6 – 8 weeks
- Attend monthly Committee Meeting via Zoom (encouraged)
Locations
Programs in 2022 include Metropolitan suburbs such as South Melbourne, North Melbourne, Carlton, Broadmeadows, and regional areas such as Maryborough, Crib Point, and the Baw Baw La Trobe area. Volunteers sign up for programs based on availability and preferred location.
About the organisation
For over 25 years, Artists for Kids' Culture (AKC) has been providing benevolent relief to children experiencing hardship. AKC gives monetary grants, allowing children to participate in cultural, artistic, musical, sporting and educational activities; enhancing a child’s wellbeing through inclusion.
Our Vision is the belief that opportunities are important for every child and that they demonstrate benefits in both learning and social skills. We value hope. We respect children, their supporters and families. Learn more at: www.akc.org.au
The artsbus was piloted in December 2018 and launched in April 2021. The artsbus is a mobile arts studio, theatre and music space, enabling AKC to facilitate meaningful, thoughtful and therapeutic arts activities. It brings quality arts practices to children who would otherwise miss out. Many young people and children with complex lives find it hard to get to programs due to transport, responsibilities, and financial hardship. The artsbus comes to them. It's about providing a best practice creative service for free, and about letting young people and children explore, create and grow.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this volunteering opportunity.
Please quote in application: artsbus Volunteer via Pro Bono Australia.
