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Volunteers are the backbone of everything Wishlist does.

If you want to make a real difference in your community, make new friends, and have fun, then look no further than Wishlist. Since 1988 our volunteers have contributed more than 16,000 hours of volunteering which has enabled Wishlist to raise in excess of $19 million.

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Current Opportunities

Wishlist Coffee House – Nambour

Volunteer at Wishlist Coffee House - Nambour

Wishlist is looking for volunteers for our Nambour Coffee House, which is located within Nambour General Hospital.

Wishlist Coffee House Proudly supports Nambour Hospital for the benefit of patients and families.

We are currently seeking volunteers to assist with various tasks, which include: 

  • Customer service
  • Food preparation
  • Clean up duties
  • Coffee making (barista training will be provided)

Our cafes provide tasty, healthy snacks and meal options for staff, patients and visitors and generate revenue for the hospital's needs.

We need volunteers to help us run the cafes and be the smiling face behind the counter, helping with all aspects where needed. 

All Wishlist volunteers working within the hospitals and accommodation facilities must have received two COVID-19 vaccinations. This is a mandate issued by the Director-General Dr John Wakefield under Health Employment Directive No. 12/21 –Employee COVID-19 vaccination requirements. Evidence of vaccination must be forwarded through to a representative of Wishlist prior to commencing volunteer duties.

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Wishlist Coffee House – Gympie

Volunteer at Wishlist Coffee House - Gympie

Wishlist is looking for volunteers to help at the Coffee House at Gympie.

Wishlist Coffee House Proudly supports Gympie Hospital to benefit patients and families.

We are currently seeking volunteers to assist with various tasks, which include: 

  • Customer service
  • Food preparation
  • Clean up duties
  • Coffee making (barista training will be provided)

Local families have the benefit of state-of-the-art equipment being donated to the hospital. Volunteers know they're contributing time to an initiative that keeps on giving to their community in such an amazing way.

Gympie Coffee House is open Monday-Friday from 8 am - 3 pm

All Wishlist volunteers working in hospitals and accommodation facilities must have received two COVID-19 vaccinations. This mandate is issued by Director-General Dr John Wakefield under Health Employment Directive No. 12/21 –Employee COVID-19 vaccination requirements. Evidence of vaccination must be forwarded through to a representative of Wishlist prior to commencing volunteer duties.

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Office Admin - Nambour

Help the Team in the Wishlist Office Nambour

 

The Wishlist office is located on the ground floor of the Sunshine Coast University Hospital.

We are currently seeking volunteers to assist with various tasks which include: 

  • Answering the office telephone
  • Data entry
  • Greeting those who enter the office
  • Supporting Wishlist in this new phase of growth, exciting times.

All Wishlist volunteers working within the hospitals and accommodation facilities must have received two COVID-19 vaccinations. This is a mandate issued by the Director-General Dr John Wakefield under Health Employment Directive No. 12/21 –Employee COVID-19 vaccination requirements. Evidence of vaccination must be forwarded through to a representative of Wishlist prior to commencing volunteer duties.

Holistic Support Volunteer - Wishlist Centre

Assist with Our Emergency Accommodation Facility - Wishlist Centre

Wishlist_Centre_Accommodation_volunteers

Wishlist Centre is Australia’s first facility to offer patient accommodation, primary healthcare and complementary therapies under one roof. The facility provides a relaxing ‘home away from home’ for those experiencing a health crisis.

We are currently seeking enthusiastic, motivated, caring volunteers who will be essential to help run the facility and provide relaxing complementary support services.  

Various roles are available including: 

  • Volunteer Massage Therapies
  • Volunteer Natural Therapies
  • Volunteer Beauty Therapist

We can offer you a rewarding role, help you gain new skills whilst meeting new people within a friendly organisation that values the contribution of its volunteers.

All Wishlist volunteers working within the hospitals and accommodation facilities must have received two COVID-19 vaccinations. Evidence of vaccination must be forwarded to a representative of Wishlist prior to commencing volunteer duties.

Events Volunteering

Help Us At Our Events

Wishlist hosts a range of events throughout the year including:

  • Gympie Jazz & Wine
  • Spring Carnival
  • Giving Day
  • Fun Run

Volunteers may be required to assist in various ways such as the set up and pack down of the events and providing support during the event.

If this sounds like something you'd be interested in being a part of, please complete the volunteer form. 

All Wishlist volunteers present at Wishlist events must have received two COVID-19 vaccinations. This is a mandate issued by the Director-General Dr John Wakefield under Health Employment Directive No. 12/21 –Employee COVID-19 vaccination requirements. Evidence of vaccination must be forwarded through to a representative of Wishlist prior to commencing volunteer duties.

Patient Shuttle Drivers

Become a Patient Shuttle Driver

 

Reed House is a 12-unit affordable accommodation facility located next to Nambour Hospital. Patients staying at Reed House have access to a free shuttle service to and from Sunshine Coast public hospitals. Flexible shifts available.

We are currently seeking volunteers to assist with various tasks which include: 

  • Transporting guests to their medical appointments
  • Assisting patients to and from Sunshine Coast hospitals
  • Driving patients in safe manner
  • Regular care of the vehicle; cleaning, fuel and minor mechanical

All Wishlist volunteers working within the hospitals and accommodation facilities must have received two COVID-19 vaccinations. This is a mandate issued by the Director-General Dr John Wakefield under Health Employment Directive No. 12/21 –Employee COVID-19 vaccination requirements. Evidence of vaccination must be forwarded through to a representative of Wishlist prior to commencing volunteer duties.

 

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Mission Statement

To work in partnership with the SCHHS and the communities it serves to promote healthy living and exceptional care through the provision of medical equipment, service support, education and research.