VACANCIES
Great volunteer roles for the right person …
REACH VOLUNTEER DRIVERS
The Reach Program caters for older people in the community with a variety of programs,classes and activities. Some clients require individual transport arrangements. For this purpose,we have a team of dedicated drivers who use their own vehicle to transport someone from their home to Sandybeach and then back home at the end of the relative activity. We currently have a need for two such volunteers. These are very rewarding roles suitable for someone who enjoys the company of older people and has an understanding of their needs. Induction and training by Sandybeach Centre staff is provided. Please Note: Some conditions apply. The programs in question are:
- Music Alive – Tuesdays 12 pm to 4 pm. A weekly concert featuring guest artists,theme days and a delicious afternoon tea.
- Armchair Travel –Fridays 1 pm to 3.30 pm. A weekly talk accompanied by photos featuring local and overseas travel experiences. Includes afternoon tea.
Please note that the times given include transport time. Actual program time is is less.
CHILDCARE &EARLY LEARNING CENTRE
We currently have a vacancy for TWO volunteers in our registered Childcare &Early Learning Centre. The volunteers would be working under supervision and with the support of the qualified staff. Previous childcare experience,qualification or enrolment in appropriate diploma or certificate course is preferred,however all applications will be considered.
Police check and references are required. The days are:
- Wednesdays 9 am to 12.30 pm.
- Fridays 9 am to 12.30 pm.
If you would like further information about this role, please contact our Volunteers’Coordinator Julie Hayes on 9598 2155 or email volunteers@sandybeach.org.au
Other areas where volunteers can assist at Sandybeach Centre
Please keep in mind that there may not always be vacancies in the area in which you are interested.
Community Support
The Reach/Reach Respite program caters for the elderly in our community providing activities at Sandybeach and at off-site locations. Participants may require transport as well as one-on-one support during their activity. Exercises,Music,Life Stories,Armchair Travel all rely on volunteer involvement. Partial reimbursement of petrol expenses for volunteers who use their own vehicles is available.
Adult Education
Volunteers assist tutors in the Disability Program, working with students in areas such as literacy,numeracy,health &wellbeing,cooking and gardening.
English as a Second Language (ESL) classes require volunteer assistance for class based and small group work in a specialist area of adult education.
Childcare and Early Learning Centre
As a Class 2 Registered Child Care and Early Learning Centre,we offer mornings only child care each weekday, in addition to a school holiday program. Volunteers with experience or a current enrolment in a recognised Early Childhood Education Course are ideally suited to this role.
Administration
Volunteers assist in our reception and administration offices. They perform a wide range of administrative tasks as well as provide assistance for the Centre’s managers and program co-ordinators.
Apply for Volunteer work at Sandybeach Centre
You can volunteer by filling in the online application form.
Alternatively you can print out an application form and mail it to the Volunteers Coordinator at our postal address.
As part of our commitment to the local community,Sandybeach Centre provides the opportunity for secondary and tertiary students to undertake work experience,community service and practical placements.
Please note that Sandybeach Centre’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children and clients in our programs.
