Join our team of volunteers
You’ll be a valued member of the genU team and make a positive difference in your community.
We’re fortunate to have the support of over 450 volunteers and growing.
It’s flexible, free and fulfilling, and you’ll have access to training and support.
To apply
Step One: Check out our current vacancies below.
Step Two: Fill in an application and create an account.
You will need to create a personal account and complete an application form.
Step Three: Attend an interview.
You’ll be invited to a phone, online or in person interview. After the interview, your application will be discussed at our fortnightly Volunteers Office Intake Meeting, where all applications will be reviewed and matched to current vacancies.
Step Four: Complete any pre-commencement checks and training.
This may include a NDIS Worker Screening Check and volunteer training and orientation.
Volunteers should have access to an email address and a smart phone.
Featured volunteer opportunity
If you are compassionate, patient and want to make a positive difference to the residents at Costa House Residential Aged Care, we want to hear from you.
Costa House, located on 65-acre property in Lara, is genU’s aged care residence for over 65’s with lower to higher care needs.
Volunteers are needed for face-to-face roles to foster a social connection with residents. You might be calling a game of bingo, reading the daily newspaper aloud or painting nails. Volunteer shifts are usually Monday – Friday and the hours are flexible. Training and ongoing support is provided.
View Costa House opportunities here
Pipsqueaks is a childcare centre in Lara offering an early learning hub and pre-school – it’s a home away from home, with a recognisable sense of family, inclusion and encouragement. Replicating that safe haven family feeling, children gather for meals and become immersed in group learning, play and community get-togethers.
Nurturing children’s imagination, zest for adventure and creativity spark is a focus of the Pipsqueaks childcare educators as they lead them on a journey of discovery and growth.
Click the below listed volunteer opportunities to learn more!
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pipsqueaks Early Learning Assistant | 1 | |||
Participate is a community inclusion program of genU that supports people with a disability to engage in lots of different lifestyle activities, including arts, crafts, cooking, gaming, music and much more!
Volunteering within genU Participate is not only highly rewarding but full of fun, helping people to create their own program and achieve their hopes and aspirations!
It may be group activities led by staff, or it could be 1:1 support and mentoring.
Participate Geelong is located across a number of locations within the Geelong, and Bellarine Regions. From Corio, to East Geelong, to Ocean Grove - we are sure we have a location near you!
Click the below listed volunteer opportunities to learn more!
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Participate Activities Assistant - Central Campus | 1 | |||
genU's Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) offers flexible supports for people as they age. Our services support clients eligible for CHSP funding with My Aged Care, with a range of tasks, to support people to remain living independently and safely at home.
CHSP services with genU support people living with the Greater Geelong Region, including the Bellarine Peninsula.
Volunteering within our CHSP program allows you to have a positive impact on our clients whilst you get to know an older person in the community.
Click the below listed volunteer opportunities to learn more!
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Support Home Visiting Volunteer | 1 | |||
| The Lodge Day Respite Assistant | 1 | |||
genU's Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) offers flexible supports for people as they age. Our services support clients eligible for CHSP funding with My Aged Care, with a range of tasks, to support people to remain living independently and safely at home.
CHSP services with genU support people living with the Mornington Peninsula Region.
Volunteering within our CHSP program allows you to have a positive impact on our clients whilst you get to know an older person in the community.
Click the below listed volunteer opportunity to learn more!
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Support Home Visiting Volunteer | 1 | |||
Our Residential Aged Care Facility, Costa Aged Care, in Lara delivers a range of services to meet residents’ health and lifestyle needs while providing opportunities for choice and independence.
Volunteers at Costa play a vital role in supporting staff to provide resident-focused care and support on a daily basis. Our volunteers love spending quality time with residents, enhancing their health and well-being through their giving of time and talent and providing regular connection.
Click the below listed volunteer opportunities to learn more!
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Care Farm Animal Assistant | 1 | |||
| Flinders Activities Assistant | 1 | |||
| Leisure Activities Assistant | 1 | |||
