Life Stories Biographer Volunteer, Hammond at Home, Wollongong NSW

2 weeks ago


Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia HammondCare Volunteers Full time $45,000 - $60,000 per year
As a HammondCare Biography Writing or Editing volunteer in The South Coast your listening and writing skills will allow HammondCare community clients to record their stories, memories, and messages for loved ones.

Join our Life stories program and spend 6–8 weeks visiting a remarkable elderly client with a rich past. Your time will help turn our clients' memories into a lasting gift for their family.

Help Capture a Life Well Lived, One Story at a Time


Ideally, you'll have the following skills

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word
words per minute typing skills
Ability to work independently and problem solve
Own car to drive to the home of the Client
Willingness to learn new technology and software. You will be using a Dictaphone and a transcription software program
Availability for a long term commitment and up-to 5 hours per week.

The transcription and editing process can occur in the evenings, while the face-to-face interview will occur on a weekday (Monday-Friday between 9am-4pm) for one hour.

When you submit your enquiry, please include details on why you're interested in volunteering.

Impact

Volunteering as a social visitor can be a rewarding experience, both for the person you visit as well as yourself. Regular visits from volunteers can help to improve quality of life and help older people feel less isolated. Your visits will bring great joy to the client you are matched with.

HammondCare

HammondCare is an independent Christian charity, supporting people to live in their homes and maintain their independence. We're passionate about improving the quality of life for people in need and we have a wonderful group of volunteers that partner with us to enhance the lives of clients who are living at home.

Further information

For more information about volunteering at HammondCare At Home, click the **apply** button below and our friendly Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator Dani will give you a call.

Requirements years or older
• National Volunteer Police Check arranged and paid for by HammondCare


One hour face-to-face interview Monday to Friday between 9am-4pm and transcription can occur during the evenings or weekends.


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