Heart Foundation Walking is Australia’s largest FREE walking network. It is a social, fun, and easy way for people to walk and be active. As well as the physical benefits, walking as part of a group can benefit your mental health too!
commUnity+ Neighbourhood House in Deer Park is looking for a Volunteer leader to lead their weekly walking group.
The key roles and responsibilities of a Walk Organiser are to:
• Complete basic online training (approx. 15 minutes)
• Undertake a National Police History Check (at the cost of the Heart Foundation) or submit a valid copy up to 5 years old
• Promote the walk to gain new walkers
• Attend walks and welcome new walkers
• Enter attendance logs
What support does Heart Foundation Walking provide Walk Organisers?
• Recognition as a Heart Foundation volunteer
• Online training
• Heart Foundation staff available to support Walk Organisers in promoting and managing their group
• Walker recognition scheme which rewards and acknowledges walking milestones
• Walk Organisers are covered by the Heart Foundation's volunteer insurance policy
• Free resources to promote the group
• Free Heart Foundation t-shirt
Help get your community active and socially connected and apply today!