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Community Wellbeing - Prahran and St Kilda
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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Christmas activities - Prahran
A little extra support at Christmas.
Uniting's Emergency Relief program for people experiencing hardship. The Christmas program provides an opportunity for vulnerable members of the community to access a range of supports, including donated food items, vouchers,gifts material goods and referrals to services during the Christmas season.
Team Members assist with reception, packing and distribution of food, donation collections, deliveries, initial eligibility interviews, entry of data, general operations of the program and events such as Christmas day lunch and the Toy Hhop.
“I was looking to support an organisation that matched my interests and values,” - , Volunteer.
If you have some spare time over the holiday season 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 email volunteers@unitingvictas.org.au
- Location
- Prahran 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.
Community Wellbeing - Tasmania
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
Search below to find an opportunity to join in the fun!
Where we need support
Child, youth and families
Lifeline Melbourne
Offer hope to those in crisis.
Become a Lifeline telephone Crisis Supporter and help us provide Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
At Uniting, we are committed to ensuring a safe environment for all.
We’ll ensure you are supported throughout your training, and beyond. We recognise both the reward and challenge of this role and have practices in place to keep you safe. Debriefing with experienced crisis supporter workers is a constructive and essential part of the way we operate. Our caring and dynamic team will help you make the impact you seek.
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The Nationally recognised training is delivered on behalf of Lifeline Australia- Lifeline RTO #88036 Course code: CHC5500113 Crisis Support Skill Set.
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.
Become a crisis supporter today
Lifeline Melbourne
What does a Lifeline Crisis Supporter look like?
- Compassionate and empathetic
- With excellent communication and active listening skills
- Able to respond without judgement
- Aged 18 years or older
- Committed to a 12-month training program
- Passed a Criminal Record Check
- Holds a Working with Children/Working with Vulnerable People Check
- Has a desire to make a difference to people in crisis
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"For ordinary people, they might have this assumption you need extraordinary skills to be able to be a volunteer. Uniting Lifeline Crisis Supporter Volunteer |
How do I become a Lifeline Crisis Supporter?
Helping people in crisis and suicide prevention is an important and challenging job.
We are dedicated to keeping both our Crisis Supporters, and our callers, safe and supported. Our comprehensive training prepares our volunteers to navigate the calls successfully and empathetically whilst making the role valuable and rewarding.
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Information session We encourage you to attend an info session to explore the detail and the commitment Download the Pre-Enrolment Booklet. |
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Application and interview Once you decide you are ready to join our team of crisis supporters, you'll need to complete Complete your application by clicking the fill in an application button at the right of the page. |
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Start your training Over a twelve-week period you’ll attend a mix of E-learning modules and group sessions., Download the RTO Compliance Information |
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Practical placement 16 hours of practical experience, completed across 8 weeks. Through a combination of observation and supervised shifts on the phone, you’ll continue to learn. We’ll provide ongoing constructive feedback and you’ll have the opportunity to share experiences and challenges with other students in a group setting. |
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Internship 56 hours of logged calls completed across the remainder of your first 12 months with us. You’ll have continued supervision with ongoing support whilst you put your learnings into practice and build your experience. |
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Accreditation and volunteering
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Accredited Crisis Supporter Training
Accredited Crisis Support Skill Set Training (CHCSS00113) is delivered on behalf of Lifeline Australia RTO 88036, by Uniting Vic.Tas.
Upon completion of the Lifeline Crisis Supporter Workplace Training (CSWT) course, you will obtain a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment in the following Units of Competence:
- CHCCCS003 Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide
- CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations
- CHCCCS028 Provide client-centred support to people in crisis.
If you are interested in volunteering at Lifeline Ballarat please click here.
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.
