Visiting Volunteer VIC

Melbourne - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Availability: Flexible Time involved: 1-2 hours per week Ongoing long-term position (minimum 12-month commitment)Any day of the weekVolunteering at an aged care facility (ACF) or residential homeMust be able to commit to at least one visit per week on a regular basisCommitment to participate in mandatory training and e-learning modules (approximately 1 hour per month)Why Choose to volunteer with Red CrossYou can help improve lives and create a positive impact in your is an opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge and gain new will be helping Red Cross to support older and vulnerable people across Australia through a range of volunteer-based programSocial connection is vital for overall well-being particularly as we age. The Red Cross Visiting Program offers friendly visits aimed at fostering meaningful interactions uplifting conversations and a sense of connection for older Australians living at home or in aged care facilities who may be experiencing loneliness and are thoughtfully matched with a participant based on shared interests and backgrounds. Together they engage in activities such as sharing a cup of tea reminiscing over cherished memories or participating in hobbies like playing cards or board games. These regular visits provide companionship enhance social connections and contribute positively to the well-being of older opportunityWe are seeking for volunteers who possess strong conversational skills and the ability to relate to and empathise with a diverse range of older individuals including those from various cultural backgrounds and life Requirements and Your Commitment:Be willing to join a nationwide team delivering social inclusion program within Aged and Community Care Engage in conversation and activities that are appropriate to the the privacy rights and dignity of clients and maintain confidentiality with respect to information obtained during the delivery of appropriate digital systems and adhere to established work practices relevant to the timely and appropriate documentation of your interactions with clear professional relationships and respect clear boundaries to safeguard the well-being of the client and in mandatory learning and development to keep your knowledge skills and practices up-to-date in the aged and community care to upholding the principles outlined in the Aged Care Code of Conduct and any subsequent updates. Demonstrate cultural sensitivity by respecting diverse backgrounds and ensuring that all interactions are inclusive and free from Cross will ensure you have training ongoing support and access to other opportunities within the worlds largest humanitarian impactAs a Visiting Volunteer you will brighten the life of an older person experiencing loneliness by offering them companionship and social connectedness. Through shared stories and experiences both you and the participant you visit will gain mutual understanding and will be part of the Red Cross Aged and Community Care team that works to support older and vulnerable people across Australia through a range of volunteer-based requirements:All volunteers will be required toundertakea National Police Check which will be organised through Red Cross. Statutory Declaration to be completed if you have been a citizen or permanent resident of a country other than Australia after turning 16 for ACT Visiting - Any additional checks as required by your state/territory (e.g. Working with Vulnerable People Check Working with Childrens Check proof of COVID-19 vaccination etc.) will be notified during your informationTo find out more about this opportunity please contact the Aged and Community Care Volunteer Assistance Team onor email at Thank you for considering volunteering at Red Cross. We also have great career opportunities please visit our website