Volunteer Bus Driver - Make Every Journey Meaningful
Do you enjoy driving and connecting with older people in your community? Join our aged care residence as a Volunteer Bus Driver and help residents enjoy social outings.
About the Role
As a Volunteer Bus Driver, you will safely transport residents to and from local outings, providing a friendly and welcoming experience along the way. Your support helps our residents stay connected, active and engaged in the community.
Commitment
- Flexible days based on your availability
- 9:30am to 12:30pm
- Ongoing volunteer opportunity
What You'll Do
- Drive the residence bus to scheduled outings and activities
- Assist residents with embarking and disembarking where required
- Create a positive and enjoyable experience for passengers
- Follow safe driving practices and organisational procedures
Skills & Qualities
- Current unrestricted driver's licence
- Safe and confident driver with a good driving record
- Hold a current First Aid & CPR certificate or be willing to get one (reimbursed)
- Friendly, patient and reliable
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to support older people with dignity and respect
What's in it for You?
- Make a real difference in the lives of older people
- Meet new people and build meaningful connections
- Gain valuable volunteer experience
- Be part of a supportive and welcoming team
If you enjoy helping others and have a few hours to spare, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help our residents enjoy the journey as much as the destination.
About us
BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.
We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.
That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.
BaptistCare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.
BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all