Team Leader - Volunteer Drivers
Team Leader - Volunteer Drivers
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Job Description
People Who Care is a not for profit organisation with over 45 years of service. We partner to provide support to older people those with a disability or people who are facing a social crisis. At People Who Care were passionate about helping people live independently and with dignity.
We are currently seeking a compassionate proactive and capable Team Leader Volunteer Drivers to help lead and support our team of dedicated volunteer drivers.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone with strong people skills a commitment to community service and experience in aged care disability or community services.
Full time role: $38.74 base hourly rate.
Rotating fortnightly roster: Week 1 - 7.30am to 3.30pm. Week 2 - 9.00am 5.00pm
About the Role
As a Team Leader Volunteer Drivers youll play a dual role: supporting our volunteer drivers to ensure they are confident engaged and equipped to deliver client-centred support while also working hands-on in transport services. Up to 20% of your time will focus on leadership duties including mentoring and onboarding new volunteers. The remainder will involve directly providing transport and support services to our clients.
Youll be instrumental in maintaining a positive volunteer experience client satisfaction and high service standards all while championing our values of Integrity Empathy Respect Flexibility and Excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Mentor and support new volunteer drivers through onboarding and buddy shifts.
- Provide ongoing guidance training and encouragement to volunteer drivers.
- Assist with communication and volunteer engagement activities.
- Ensure quality and safety standards are maintained across transport services.
- Deliver safe respectful and reliable transport to clients including mobility assistance.
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to service area improvement initiatives.
- Foster a sense of belonging and appreciation within the volunteer team.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience in aged care disability or community support services.
- Demonstrates strong leadership mentoring and interpersonal skills.
- Is passionate about volunteerism and understands its unique dynamics.
- Thrives in a busy people-focused environment.
- Holds a current drivers licence and is physically capable of assisting clients.
- Is confident using computers and basic digital tools.
- Experience working with volunteers will be highly regarded
Desirable qualifications:
- Certificate III/IV in Aged Care Disability Individual Support or Community Services (or equivalent experience)
- Current First Aid and CPR (or willingness to obtain)
Additional Requirements
- National Police Clearance
- Commitment to our health and safety practices
Why Join People Who Care
- Be part of a purposeful values-led organisation that genuinely cares.
- Work with a passionate and supportive team.
- Ongoing training professional development and support.
- Make a lasting impact in the lives of others every single day.
How to apply:
Applications should include aresumeand preferably a briefcover letteroutlining your suitability for the role. Please apply directly by clicking on the Apply button and following the prompts.
Recruitment action will likely commence as suitable candidates apply.
People Who Care is an equal opportunity employer and are committed to achieving a diverse workforce from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disability are encouraged to apply.
Employment Type
Full-Time
