Community Connector

Access Health and Community - Bvrc

  • Location Across: Melbourne VIC, South Yarra VIC, Richmond VIC, Collingwood VIC
  • Category Community Services

Suitable for

  • Travelling Volunteers
  • People with disability
  • Skilled Volunteers
  • Work Experience

Commitment

Regular - less than 6 months

Time Required

At least 2-3 hours per week for the 12-week program when connected with a client.

Training

Training and supervision will be provided.

Requirements

  • Covid-19 vaccination
  • Driver's Licence (HR)
  • National Police Certificate *
  • Working with Children Check *

We are looking for volunteers who can demonstrate empathy, patience and work with clients in a gentle and inclusive approach.

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

Reimbursement

Coffees (for supporting clients who live in the City of Boroondara)

Insurance Age Requirement

Between 18 and 80

The Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre is advertising this role on behalf of Access Health & Community.

We are looking for Volunteer Community Connectors to join our community-minded team!

The Access to Community (A2C) Program works to support people (aged 18+) living the cities of Yarra, Boroondara and Manningham to link with community opportunities, strengthen social connections and build healthier and well-connected lives. We are looking for volunteers to support our Richmond-based clients.

Applicants who can speak another language such as Chinese Mandarin, Vietnamese and Farsi are encouraged to apply!

Our Community Connectors undertake the following responsibilities:

  • introduce and support people in finding a social or physical activity group within their community
  • help people meet their goals and build their confidence in building social connections
  • empower and connect people to social opportunities
  • commit to at most 2 hours a week depending on the client's needs

Training will be provided and you will receive ongoing support from Access Health and Community.

We are currently accepting expressions of interest from prospective volunteers who have a heart for community and who love connecting people to build inclusiveness and belonging.


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