Community Access Volunteer

1 week ago

Townsville, Australia IRT Australia Full time

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Community Access Volunteer - Bus Driver - Queensland

About IRT

Founded in 1969, IRT’s mission was to provide better options in housing and care for older people. Now 50 years later, our purpose remains the same.

We improve the lives of more than 9100 people every day in NSW, the ACT and Qld. We’re one of Australia’s largest community-owned providers of independent living, aged care and home care. We’re proud to have more than 40 communities and home care service hubs in NSW, the ACT and Qld.

IRT is an equal opportunity employer. We find excellence in diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud of our culture and employ people across a diverse range of occupations, backgrounds and skills, who are passionate and committed to creating a better world for all older Australians.

About the Role

Location: IRT Woodlands, Parklands and The Palms Residential Care Home and Retirement Villages

Make a positive difference to our residents’ lives by helping support their health and wellbeing as a Volunteer. IRT volunteer program allows for more flexibility and informal interactions, personalised activities and strengthens our ability to respond to individual's preferences.

We’re looking for people that are warm, caring, compassionate and are team players who would like to volunteer as a Community Access Volunteer - Bus driver, at our sites at Woodlands, The Palms and Parklands.

IRT is very flexible, there are many different trips which we would be happy for you to take, and below are some examples. If you see any that would suit your schedule please apply

- The Palms (Buderim): Tuesday 9:30/10:30am-12:30pm
- Woodlands (Meridan Plains):Wednesday (Lunches) and Thursday (Shopping 9-12:30)
- Parklands (Currimundi): Tuesday and Wednesday – Mornings/Lunch 1 per month.

You can choose the location and trips you would be available for. Happy to discuss with you and what suits.

To Be Successful You Will Have

A current MR drivers licence
Able to provide a drivers history report
Obtain a GP clearance to drive the bus and residents
Complete a National Criminal History Check (paid for by IRT)

Benefits for You

All volunteers will be provided with a thorough onboarding program and have access to ongoing training in-line with your volunteer role.

To ensure all volunteers feel supported, IRT volunteers have access to free and confidential EAP services providing support on a range of personal and volunteer related issues.

How to Apply

How to become a IRT Volunteer; Simply click the “Apply now” button, fill in your details and submit. Once you apply, we’ll be in touch to discuss volunteering options with you

Volunteers will need to complete volunteer training sessions and inductions.

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