Volunteering with Parramatta Mission

Meals Plus Volunteers help prepare and serve Breakfast and Lunch each weekday for people in need. Volunteers may also be required to help with the cleaning up of breakfast and lunch service and general upkeep and cleanliness of Meals Plus.

Please note: The service is currently operating as takeaway only.

Start shifts range between 7am - 9am, and the lunch service finishes at 1pm. Volunteers may be required to assist until, and shortly after this time. 

Desirable Skills: 

• Knowledge of relevant food safety standards desirable but not essential
• Outcome focused - understands work activities and follows procedures well
• Manages time effectively
• Excellent communication skills
• Friendly and Patient 

Also known as the 'Community Visitors Scheme (CVS)', a Social Support Visitor is a person who sets aside time, at least once a fortnight, to visit, connect, and befriend a resident of an Australian Government subsidised aged care home.

Desirable Skills of Volunteer: 

• Ability to show empathy, respect, and care
• Ability to volunteer independently
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with people from a variety of backgrounds
• A commitment to visit at least once a fortnight, 20 times in a one-year period

This role is to assist in the ongoing marketing of the ReInspired Threads project through online and social media posts and promotions as well as assistance with the online store.

This position would suit someone who has a keen interest in social media and online promotions, giving you an opportunity to develop and apply your skills in a business environment and gain experience with various media and platforms. Some knowledge is required, but training and guidance will be provided for the successful candidate.