Emergency Services Volunteer VICTORIA

Its the perfect time to become an Emergency Service volunteer at Australian Red Cross and access fully funded accredited training through our Qantas Partnership are seeking volunteers in select areas across VictoriaBendigoBallaratAraratSheppartonBairnsdaleWarrnamboolMilduraJoin the worlds largest humanitarian organisation and make real impact by helping people before during and after emergenciesGive your time flexibly - choose how and when you volunteerWhy become an Emergency Services volunteer with Australian Red CrossYoull have real impactMake a meaningful difference. As an Australian Red Cross Emergency Services Volunteer youll have direct impact within your communitywhether delivering Psychological First Aid helping people prepare before disasters supporting recovery after emergencies or contributing to training and operational support you so you can support communities in belongs. Regardless of your background or stage of life you can play a vital role in helping communities prepare for respond to and recover from emergencies and disasters. Be part of something bigger. Youll join a community of humanitarians and connect with a dedicated network of trained volunteers who share your passion for helping othersready to assist locally and across the state when emergencies occur. Build your skills. As part of your ongoing development as an Emergency Services volunteer youll be invited to complete a fully funded accredited First Aid training course through our Qantas partnership in addition to Psychological First Aid Services at Australian Red CrossAustralian Red Cross has been responding to emergencies and providing humanitarian assistance in Australia since 1914. We are committed to strengthening and extending our emergency aid services to assist all Australians in preparing for responding to and recovering from work spreads far and wide and consists of a range of support to communities at-risk of disaster or that have experienced an emergency. We work in communities before an emergency assisting with individual and community preparedness during an emergency providing support in welfare and relief centres and through our emergency phoneline and after emergencies as communities move through the recovery also work with many stakeholdersto provide training in psychological first aid response emergency management and volunteering opportunityWere looking for people who are willing to be trained and ready to support communities when they need it most. This role suits volunteers who are committed to maintaining their training so they can step in when emergencies emergencies are unpredictable this isnt a set or scheduled volunteering role. Instead we ask that youre prepared to respond when neededwhile still retaining the flexibility to choose when you volunteer and the activities that best suit your interests skills and flexible approach also applies to our preparedness and recovery work. Opportunities may include supporting community events attending meetings providing administrative assistance participating in training or helping to facilitate activities. Youll be notified as opportunities arise allowing you to get involved in ways that work for you while making a meaningful an Emergency Services volunteerYou will be supported to complete:Psychological First Aid training equipping you to support people during times of distress Mandatory elearning modules to build your knowledge and confidence Rolespecific induction so youre well prepared to step into your volunteer roleIn addition you will:Join a local team thats part of a large connected network of volunteers working together to support emergency response efforts Take part in preparedness response and recovery activities contributing at different stages of an emergency Develop valuable skills that enable you to provide psychosocial support deliver training programs and support community developmentboth in your own community and beyondAttributes of Successful volunteers:Australian Red Cross volunteers are guided by our Fundamental Principles of humanity impartiality neutrality independence voluntary service unity and universality. We are looking for people who align with these values and demonstrate the following attributes:Inclusive and compassionate with an openness to supporting people from all backgrounds sometimes in emotionally challenging circumstancesStrong interpersonal and active listening skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively Respectful sensitive and supportive communicators especially when working with people experiencing distress Collaborative team players who are motivated to maintain and build their skills and knowledge Resilient and selfaware with effective stressmanagement and selfcare strategies Comfortable using technology with basic computer literacyVolunteering role requirementsUpfront commitment to our minimum training requirements is essential including online learning and rolespecific inductions. Basic computer literacy is also required as rostering and training are delivered through online volunteers will be required to complete a National Police Check which will be organised and fully funded by Australian Red role also requires a current Working with Children Check or willingness to apply for one. Australian Red Cross can support you through the application process and will reimburse the cost of this informationTo find out more about this opportunity please email: you for considering volunteering at Australian Red Cross. We also have great career opportunities please visit our website at