Gardening Program Support Volunteer - Grange
The gardening program support volunteer will collaborate with the leisure and lifestyle team and /volunteer gardening program to assist in the delivery of gardening programs and linked activities which are designed to maintain and enhance the physical, emotional and social-wellbeing of residents based on their individual needs, interests and cultural backgrounds.
Days & Times: Saturday - 1:00 pm
Duties:
- Assist in the set up/pack up and preparation of activities under the direction of the leisure and lifestyle team and volunteer gardening group
- Assist and encourage residents to attend
- Provide appropriate support and guidance to residents during activities to support them to participate to their full potential
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality in relations to the residents at all times
- Communicate respectfully at all times with residents, visitors, staff and other volunteers at all times
- Establish rapport and maintain positive relationships with residents
Requirements:
Essential
- Clear communication skills
- Ability to follow instructions
- Work collaboratively as part of a team
- Interest and knowledge of basic gardening
Desirable
- Experience communicating with older people and their individual needs
- A knowledge and understanding of dementia
Other Requirements:
- National Police Check
- NDIS Clearance
- Covid-19 vaccinations
Contact: Renee Farrell - 0459 858 620
