Brighten Someone’s Week Through Friendly Visits in Grovedale

The Role: In this volunteer role, you’ll be paired with a senior to provide regular social support visits in their home. Activities are guided by shared interests and may include conversation, listening to music, playing board games or simply enjoying a relaxed chat. Visits are approximately 2 hours and focused on building trust, confidence and companionship.

Our Client: You’ll be supporting a male in his 80s to have weekly volunteer companionship support. They live with alone. They have 2 adult children and 4 grandchildren, who are involved but are busy with family and work. Come visit them in their home for a weekly visit for a cuppa and chat.

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:

• Lives in and around Grovedale or is 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: 2 hour per week or fortnight, Monday – Friday between 9:00 – 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? Please do not hesitate to contact genU.