Volunteer - Friendly Visitor (English-Speaking)

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Jewish Care Victoria Full time

Volunteer- Friendly Visitor (English Speaking)

  • Reporting to the Practice and Support Coordinator/Lifestyle Coordinator
  • This role will be based at our Residential Aged Care facility in Windsor

The volunteer function at Jewish Care exists to provide compassionate support and meaningful engagement to individuals and communities in need. Through their contributions, volunteers help foster an inclusive, respectful, and socially responsible environment aligned with Jewish Care's values. Their involvement strengthens the organisation's ability to deliver essential services, create positive social connections, and uphold the dignity of those they assist.

To be considered for this role, you will need to meet the following criteria:

  • You don't need special skills, just a warm heart and the desire to make a difference
  • Willingness to undergo or provide a National Criminal History Check or NDIS Worker Screening Check
  • Provide two referees (non-family) who can speak to your character
  • Be reliable, compassionate, and enjoy spending time with our clients
  • Commitment to regular volunteering

What we're looking for:

  • A warm, friendly and compassionate personality.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Promote positive and respectful relationships with residents through friendly and supportive interactions.
  • An understanding and appreciation for the value of companionship and providing emotional support.

About us

Jewish Care Victoria, is a not-for-profit organisation and is one of the largest providers of aged and community services for the Jewish Community in Victoria and has been servicing the community for 175 years.Our staff come from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds.

Jewish Care proudly celebrates and warmly welcomes the rich diversity of our community and strives to be inclusive for all, including the LGBTI+ community.

Jewish Care acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. Our services and supports are provided on the lands of the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people, and we deeply respect and honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connection to land, waters and community.

Jewish Care is committed to protecting clients and staff members from all forms of harm and abuse. We are a child safe organisation. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process during their recruitment process.

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