Are you an Entertainer? Have a special Talent? Come join us at Baptcare

Baptcare-BVRC

  • Location Across: Doncaster East VIC, Camberwell VIC, Kew VIC, Macleod VIC
  • Category Seniors & Aged Care

Commitment

Regular - less than 6 months

Time Required

When: Monday to Friday, between 10:00am - 4:00pm How often: Weekly, fortnightly, or monthly - 1 to 2 hours can make a big difference!

Training

We offer a comprehensive induction and ongoing training, ensuring you're supported every step of the way - 100% of the time.

Requirements

  • National Police Certificate *
  • Others

Baptcare will cover the cost of your National Criminal History Check (if obtained through us).
Provide two referees (non-family) who can speak to your character.
While we recommend annual Influenza and COVID vaccinations to ensure the safety of both you and our residents, these are not mandatory.

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

The Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre is advertising this role on behalf of Baptcare.

The Role

We are seeking a variety of entertainers to perform for our older residents. Whether you're a musician, magician, acrobat, dancer, comedian, have a special talent, or have animals/reptiles to showcase, we'd love to hear from you!

When: Perform between Monday to Friday, anytime between 10.00am and 4.00pm.

Flexible hours: weekly, fortnightly, or monthly.

Locations: Please specify preferred location when applying.

  • Hedley Sutton: (Camberwell)
  • Karana: (Kew)
  • The Orchards: (Doncaster East)
  • Strathalan Aged Care Community (Macleod)

New to performing? This is a great opportunity to gain experience performing in front of a group and to engage with our vibrant community. If you have a friend who’d like to join, we’re looking for multiple entertainers, so feel free to spread the word!

Benefits of volunteering:

  • Reduce isolation and improve the well-being of older residents
  • Give back to the community and meet new people
  • Help older people continue accessing and enjoying live entertainment
  • A welcoming and inclusive community where you are truly valued
  • Invitations to volunteer events, wellness and cultural days, and social gatherings
  • Ongoing education and development opportunities
  • Eligibility for our Volunteer Reward & Recognition Program, including service awards and gift vouchers
  • Access to wellbeing support, including counselling services
  • Discounts on health insurance and IT equipment

Interested? Let’s Connect!

If you’re ready to bring warmth, laughter, and fun into our elderly community & your own, join us and start making a difference!

Why Volunteer with Baptcare? Join an award-winning team! Our team & amazing volunteers were awarded the "Inclusive Volunteering Award" at the IVA Awards, 2 years running!! Volunteering at Baptcare means being part of a supportive, values driven organisation that genuinely recognises and celebrates the contribution of its volunteers.

About us We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose.

From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be – with people right at the centre.

Acknowledgments Baptcare acknowledges the traditional owners of the lands on which we work, their spiritual heritage, living culture, connection to community and to Elders, past and present. We celebrate diversity, providing a secure, inclusive, and culturally sensitive environment for individuals of all backgrounds, beliefs, abilities, orientation, or identities.

Baptcare is a child-safe organisation. We take action to promote child wellbeing and prevent harm to children and young people. We ensure our staff and volunteers are responsible for child safety across all areas of our work.


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