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Volunteer with Uniting Aged Care Services across NSW and ACT. Make a difference while having fun!Position: Volunteer Activity Assistant Location: Volunteer at one of 100 service locations across NSW & ACTAt Uniting we take real steps toward making the world a better place. Our work is focused on inspiring people strengthening communities and advocating for social justice. With over 13000 employees and volunteers across NSW and ACT we are looking for purpose and values aligned individuals to join our team through volunteer with Uniting Its fun flexible and rewarding!Join a network of over 1400 volunteers who are making a real difference to lives of othersBe part of a like-minded compassionate and inclusive communityGain valuable industry skills and experienceAbout the RoleAre you passionate about bringing joy and connection to older Australians As a Uniting Volunteer Activity Assistant youll play a key role in enriching the lives of residents by assisting with a variety of social creative and recreational activities. Your support will help foster a sense of community wellbeing and fun within our aged care Youll Be DoingYou will work alongside staff and fellow volunteers to organise and deliver engaging activities such as:Bingo Call out numbers and celebrate wins!Music Share your love for tunes whether through singing playing an instrument or simply enjoying music & Crafts Help residents get creative with hands-on & Board Games Encourage friendly competition and also love to hear about your interests and talents*Activities are driven by resident interest which differs from home to home the above is just a key tasks include:Setting up and packing down activity spacesEncouraging and supporting residents to participateHelping to create a warm and inclusive atmosphereYour time and enthusiasm can make a real differencejoin us in bringing smiles and meaningful moments to our residents!Volunteer characteristics we are looking for:Aligned to Unitings values: Compassionate Respectful Imaginative BoldCommitment: Days and times for volunteering are flexible however roles which build relationships with people require a minimum commitment of 6-months. You can discuss your availability with our to commit and be punctual and inform your manager if something arises.A willingness to complete Unitings essential online induction and trainingA willingness to undergo backgrounds checks: which include a National Police check reference checks and other role dependent checks such as Working with Children CheckPerson centred and a great communicatorApplication review timeframes and processThe ability to secure a volunteering position Uniting depends on several factors including availability at your requested location and your ability to provide all necessary pre-requisites. Once you register your interest our team will review your application and attempt to match you with a suitable opportunity. An interview may be required before final we do our best to accommodate expressions selection is subject to availability and are considered an Expression of Interest (EOI) not you are part of Uniting you will be part of a diverse purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people enliven communities and confront works together to create a culture that is safe inclusive and person centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate respectful imaginative and acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australias First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders past present and emerging and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety wellbeing and inclusion of children and young with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks which may include a national police check reference checks working with children checks and NDIS checks.
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