Create Together Art Social Group Driver and Host Volunteer - Caring Neighbourhood Program - City of Victor Harbor

Would you like to help the Caring Neighbourhood Program (CNP) staff and other volunteers to support socially isolated people to attend and particpate in a weekly fun and inclusive art group?

The CNP provides social opportunities that are based on companionship and friendship to enable people who are socially isolated through ageing or degenerative conditions to make meaningful connections within their local community.

The Create Together Art Social Group Driver and Host volunteer role will involve driving your own car to transport and support people to attend CNP art group activities held on Tuesday morning at Carrickalinga House.

Key Activities include:

• Phoning attendees of group program to arrange time for pick up.

• Transport attendees of the group, build rapport and support any specific needs of the attendees at the group.

• Inform CNP staff immediately of any people who do not respond to the door on pick up.

• Socialise with the group participants, ensuring that everyone is included and feels welcome and supported.

• Spend meaningful time together, learning from each other’s knowledge and skills.

• Collecting program money and keeping a record of attendees.

• Inform CNP staff of any cancellations, issues or incidents at the program.

• Organise morning / afternoon tea for the group session (depending on group).

You will enjoy:

• Meeting new people and make a positive difference in their lives.

• Networking with other volunteers and your community.

• Apply existing knowledge and skills.

• Learn new skills and knowledge.

• Contribute to the well-being of older persons in the community.