Help those most in need by volunteering in the Community Information & Support Sector

Community Support Workers undertake much of the client facing work in our organisation, interviewing people one on one and working on solutions together with them.  As we are an emergency relief and crisis support agency many people are experiencing huge challenges when they come to us, and Community Support Workers build connection and trust while delivering support.  Clients almost always leave feeling much more positive than when they arrive!  This role requires a short nationally accredited course and onsite mentoring, all training is provided, however if you have a background in community work you may be able to apply for an RPL.

Community Support Workers provide: 
•    Crisis intervention 
•    Holistic assessments 
•    Information, referrals and advocacy 
•    Support, including a supportive and listening ear, Emergency Relief (e.g. fresh food or food parcels, vouchers or gift cards, transport and pharmacy assistance, or other forms of financial assistance) and practical support like form-filling. 

If you are a compassionate person with excellent communication and teamwork skills, interested in supporting those who are vulnerable and marginalised in our community, we encourage you to apply.

For more information about the role of a Community Support Worker and the training involved, click here to download the Community Support Worker Volunteer Factsheet, or please email admin@spcsic.org or phone 03 5986 1285 and speak to the Volunteer Support Coordinator.

Established in 1980 Southern Peninsula Community Support (SPCS) has grown into a trusted and vital service for the local community.  SPCS provides Emergency Relief and crisis support to people in our community who are struggling with financial hardship and/or a wide range of challenges such as mental illness, family violence and homelessness.  SPCS operates as a drop-in service with an open, non-judgmental and compassionate approach.