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📃 This volunteer opportunity will help to make a meaningful difference by engaging with residents and contributing to the diversity of their day-to-day activities and/or entertainment options 

Activities are an integral part of the health and well-being of residents. Daily activities include art and craft, playing board and memory games, concerts, or simply sharing stories over a cuppa.  If you have a special skill, interest or hobby that could be shared as an activity we would love to hear from you. 

📍Location:BlueCare, Edenvale Residential Aged Care Facility - Gladstone Qld 4680, 41 Glen Eden Drive, GLEN EDEN 4680

👉🏼About Us: Enjoy the ocean views as you experience alfresco bliss under our four pergolas, soaking up a laidback lifestyle at BlueCare Gladstone Edenvale Aged Care Facility.

This volunteer opportunity will help residents live life in all its fullness by engaging residents in activities and leisure opportunities. The social interaction, mental stimulation and physical activity that stems from these activities is a valuable part of our residents day and the care provided.

Activities usually run for 1-2 hrs in house. There are various activities you can participate in with our residents: gardening group, bingo, reminiscing, word games, active games, exercise group, craft, nail care with hand massages, special events i.e. concerts, show days, mother's day, father's day, anzac day etc. happy hour (fridays), morning teas & chats, 1:1 chats & visits in rooms / public areas. 

✅ What you’ll be doing: 

🎁 What’s in it for you? 

💍 Commitment: Get started from as little as 1-2 hours weekly

🕑Times: 10am - 12:00pm & 1:30pm - 3:30pm. Times are negotiable.

📅 Days: Weekdays
 

☑️ Requirements of this role include: 

▪️ No previous experience is needed.

▪️ Good verbal communication skills with diverse residents

▪️ Empathetic, patient and respectful 

☑️ We’ll need to do the following checks before you start: 

🚗 Transport & Parking Options:

▪ Onsite parking and/or free public parking is available
▪ Public transport close to the site is available, Bus stop is at front entrance to facility

♿ This role is accessible for people using:

▪ a wheelchair or mobility device
▪ accessible toilets
▪ an assistance animal

UnitingCare values diversity in our organisation and we have some principles in place that will help to promote both inclusion and access.  If you have any other accessibility requirements, please discuss these at the time of the interview.