Rosies is seeking volunteers to assist with our youth outreach activities. Reporting to the Team Leader, these roles regularly participate in:

• Assist the team in packing van
• Preparing tea/coffee/food in readiness for outreach
• Speaking with patrons to build rapport and relationships
• Playing outdoor games (e.g. basketball, handball) with young people (13-17 year olds)
• Serving drinks and occassionally food to young people
• Pack-up, cleaning and other duties after each outreach
• Participate in a briefing and debriefing process
• Observe Health and Safety practices, reporting to the Team Leader any hazards or incidents during outreach
• Exemplify the values of Rosies at all times

To fulfil this role, it is essential to have:

• Sound interpersonal skills
• Rapport and empathy building skills
• Desirable:  conflict de-escalation skills

Minimum outreach engagement is once every 4 weeks, but fortnightly is encouraged to ensure a strong connection is developed with our young patrons.