The Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre is advertising this opportunity on behalf of BaptistCare.
About the Role As a Book Club Volunteer, you’ll facilitate relaxed and engaging book club sessions for our residents. This is less about teaching and more about sharing ideas, sparking conversation and enjoying great books together.
You will:
- Help select or suggest books (current, popular, classic or trending)
- Guide group discussions in an inclusive and welcoming way
- Encourage residents to share their thoughts, memories and opinions
- Create a warm, social space where stories truly connect people
About You You’re a great fit if you:
- Have a broad interest in books and enjoy chatting or debating about them
- Are aware of current or popular reads (or keen to explore them)
- Are a confident communicator who enjoys group conversation
- Are kind, patient and enjoy engaging with older adults
- Are 18 years or older
No formal qualifications are required, just enthusiasm, reliability, and a love of reading.
When You’ll Volunteer
- Flexible weekday hours between 10am - 4pm (1 hour minimum)
- Sessions can be tailored to your availability
Why Volunteer With Us?
- Make a genuine difference in residents’ wellbeing and social connection
- Share your passion for books in a meaningful way
- Be part of a supportive and welcoming aged care community
- Enjoy rewarding conversations and a sense of purpose
If you’re someone who believes books are better when shared, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us turn pages into conversations at Hedley Sutton.
Why Volunteer with BaptistCare?
Join an award-winning team! Our team & amazing volunteers were awarded the "Inclusive Volunteering Award" at the IVA Awards, 2 years running!!
About us
BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.
We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.
That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.
BaptistCare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.
BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.
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