Volunteer - Mens Chat Group

5 months ago


Largs Bay, Australia Southern Cross Care (SA, NT & VIC) Inc Full time

Would you like to be involved in helping older men live at home in the community for longer?

Volunteers have many skills and experiences that can help to boost the social and mental well-being of our clients, as well as helping them to practice activities of daily living. These social, mental and physical benefits are all part of being involved in the Men’s Group. With support from volunteers and our team at the Community Respite Cottage our clients are able to continue to live happy and healthy lives at home for longer.

This role may include:

- Running a men's coffee club alongside a weekly activity, for example the activity could be a once off woodwork piece or ongoing gardening project
- Chatting and providing our male clients with companionship to support their social and mental well-being
- Supporting staff and clients on day trips within the local community

We want to hear from you Let us know if you have any skills or experiences that you think would benefit our clients.

**Time commitment**

This role ideally suits a volunteer with 15 hours to give per week. However, we work with all volunteers to set up the most suitable days and times for you. Any amount of time you can give, whether it’s a few days a week or a few hours a month, is valuable for our community and much appreciated.

**About Southern Cross Care**

Southern Cross Care has provided quality aged care and retirement living services to our community for more than 55 years. We offer residential aged care, support at home, health and wellness, respite and retirement living services across South Australia, the Northern Territory and Victoria.

We believe that every person has the right to experience a good quality of life and that no matter where you come from, life can always be better. That's why our vision is to support members of our community to be Better for life.

We’re always looking for people who will be the difference in the lives of our residents and clients, and are committed to supporting our staff and volunteers to share in our vision.

**Requirements**:
Regardless of the role or location, all volunteers require;
- A current National Police Certificate for the Purpose of Aged Care, or be willing to obtain one
- Evidence you have received the current Influenza Vaccination
- Evidence you have received three vaccinations against COVID-19



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