Social Support Volunteer - Friendly Visitor for an Older Person

St Jude’s Volunteer Visitor Program is currently looking for a new volunteer who would be interested in visiting a gentleman who is living in his own home in Morphett Vale.

This gentleman's ideal volunteer would be available on a Friday just after lunch to potter in the backyard, play a board game or do a puzzle together, or to go for a drive and a coffee. He would prefer a male visitor, but this is not essential.

If you have an hour or two per fortnight free and would like to know more about this volunteer opportunity, please feel free to contact me by phone or by email.

As a Volunteer with this program you will be asked to commit a minimum of 1 hour per fortnight to visiting the person you have been matched with.

Activities undertaken during visits can vary according to the older person's interests, but can include chatting, undertaking a favourite activity such as listening to music, pottering around the garden, going for a walk or even having a coffee out.

You will be supported by the Volunteer Coordinator and reimbursed for expenses directly related to your visits. There is no aged care experience required for this role, but genuine empathy and respect for older people are essential. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.

All volunteers are required to have National Police Clearance. If you would like to apply but don't have a Clearance, we can assist you apply for one and cover the costs of the application.

People applying for this volunteer position need to;

• Have a friendly, patient nature
• Have good communication and listening skills
• Enjoy getting to know other people
• Be honest, respectful and reliable
• Have at least 1 hour per fortnight available to set aside for visiting