Seniors Social Support Visitor – Serbian, Croation or Macedonian - North Geelong VIC 3215
Advertised by Volunteering Geelong
The Role: The Aged Care Volunteer Visiting Scheme (ACVVS), funded by the Australian Government, connects volunteers with an older person who is feeling lonely and/or socially isolated, to build friendships and reduce feelings of loneliness. In your volunteer role you will be paired with an aging senior to provide them regular social support visits in their home. Activities during your visit are based on yours and your clients interests and could include conversation, playing board games, listening to music or sharing stories. Get to know someone new and make a difference in your local community!
Our Client: Originally from Croatia, our female client in her 70’s is seeking a new social visitor in her life to ease feelings of loneliness. She enjoys speaking to her grandson in QLD and visiting her sister. She can speak Serbian, Croation and Macedonian and would like to speak with her volunteer in one of these languages for social conversation.
For You:
- Make a meaningful impact in the lives of other people and your local community
- Improve your employment prospects by growing your resume
- Join a community of volunteers making a difference in your local area.
- Dedicated support and training through the Volunteer Program
- Access to employee assistance provider (EAP)
- Be welcomed into genU’s friendly and inclusive workplace.
About You:
- Female
- Speaks Serbian, Croation or Macedonian
- Lives in and around North Geelong or happy to travel.
- Possess clear communication skills
- Compassionate, patient and an excellent listener
- Passionate about giving back to your community
- Conducts yourself with open-mindedness and respect, ensuring the privacy, confidentiality, and dignity of our clients is always maintained
- Comfortable using technology to provide feedback and connect with the Volunteer Program
- Availability for a flexible six-month commitment
Time Commitment: 1 hour per week or fortnight, between 9:00am - 5:00pm. At genU, we’re all about flexibility. Let’s chat and find out the hours which suit you best!
Want to know more: Curious for more, or just want to say hi? Reach out to the Volunteers Program Team on 03 5282 0038. We’re here to chat!