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Community Wellbeing - Western Victoria
Every day, our services support individuals, families and communities across Victoria and Tasmania.
By volunteering with us, you will become an important part of our team, helping to create positive change for people and communities.
Find out more about our programs at unitingvictas.org.au
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Ballarat - Emergency Relief
Share your time to transform lives.
Emergency Relief volunteers are non-judgmental in their approach and the ability to respond with empathy to people in crisis.
Uniting's Emergency Relief program for people experiencing hardship. The program provides an opportunity for vulnerable members of the community to access a range of supports, including donated food items, vouchers, material goods and referrals to services.
Team Members assist with reception, packing and distribution of food, initial eligibility interviews, entry of data, general operations of the program and maintaining the work environment.
“I was looking to support an organisation that matched my interests and values,” - Ballarat Emergency Relief, Volunteer.
If this sounds like you 5 hours a week to spare and a passion to make an impact in the lives of people we support, by creating a place for people to feel safe to access support. We would like you to join our team.
Interested in becoming a local change maker? Apply Now!
For more information contact with Shelley on 0466 592 505 or email volunteers@unitingvictas.org.au
- Location
- Ballarat VIC
Type of work
Community Development
Suitable for
Centrelink Volunteers, People Learning English, Skilled Volunteers
Commitment
Regular - more than 6 months
Training
Orientation, induction and access to ongoing training
Time required
Flexible - 4 hour shifts
Requirements
- National Police Certificate
- Working with Children Check
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.
