Life Stories Assistant

BASSCARE

  • Location Balwyn North, VIC
  • Category Seniors & Aged Care

Suitable for

  • Centrelink Volunteers
  • Young adults, 18 - 24

Commitment

Regular - more than 6 months

Time required

Thursdays 1.50pm to 3.20pm

Requirements

  • National Police Certificate *

* May be arranged via the Organisation. Details to be provided on expression of interest.

Insurance Age Requirement

Between 18 and 100

The Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre is advertising this opportunity on behalf of BASSCARE.

Become a Life Stories Volunteer!

Thursdays | Afternoon Sessions

Help create a safe, supportive and inspiring space where clients can share and reflect on the stories that have shaped their lives.

What You’ll Do

  • Make tea and coffee for clients at the start of the session
  • Put dishes in the kitchen once the session finishes
  • Google and print information or prompts as needed
  • Support the weekly topic by helping clients explore ideas and memories

What Makes You Perfect for This Role

  • A good listener who values the experiences of others
  • A warm, respectful communicator
  • Empathetic and able to hold space for sensitive conversations
  • Aware of potential triggers and comfortable supporting clients gently and thoughtfully

Each week, clients receive a new topic or theme to help spark conversation and guide their writing. Your presence helps make this a meaningful, reflective and empowering experience.


Express interest