About this opportunity

We are looking for volunteers to join our team to help coordinate and administrate certain areas of our growing organisation. This opportunity is based in office-type settings across all areas of the business, including, Community Aged Care, Emergency Assistance, Community Programs, and Believe Housing Australia. We are looking for energetic and passionate volunteers willing to assist in a flexible type of setup throughout the week. 

What can you expect to be doing?

I will utilise my skills to support those involved with service delivering including both staff and customers.

Duties and responsibilities may include;

• Welcome customers as they arrive on site.
• Assist in handling enquiries, messages and general communication either by telephone or in person.
• Provide support with administrative tasks such as: word processing, spread sheets, data entry, filing, document preparing, photocopying, collating, binding and archiving.
• Support with incoming and outgoing mail including couriers (internal and external).
• Assist with the preparation of documents such as letters, forms, handouts etc. for clients.
• Where required assist with collection of money for programs
• Maintain customer confidentiality at all times.
• Follow work instructions and AnglicareSA administrative systems and procedures
• Undertake other appropriate duties as negotiated with the Coordinator.

What do you need to bring?

• Ability to work effectively within a team environment in accordance with AnglicareSA’s values
• Ability to work with empathy, compassion and in a non-judgemental and respectful manner
• Relate well with people from a variety of different cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
• The ability to report to line manager any areas of concern regarding the customers you are working with
• Communicate effectively, both written and verbally to customers and staff
• Willingness to provide assistance in a customer centred model, adhere to the Aged Care Quality Standards and organisation policy and procedures.

Benefits of Volunteering with AnglicareSA:

• Helps you meet and socialise with new people
• Provides you with a great sense of satisfaction with the motive of helping others.
• Teaches you valuable skills which allows you to grow and develop
• Brings fun and change in your life that breaks up your week
• Improves your self-esteem and self-confidence, knowing the work you’ve undertaken has a purpose by helping others 

Who is AnglicareSA?

As SA’s largest social services provider, AnglicareSA makes a positive difference to the lives of more than 65,000 people each year. Our almost 2000 staff and 400 volunteers support individuals, families, and communities, responding to their immediate need and working with them to build capacity to restore and maintain dignity and control in their lives. Our services are broad, supporting people at every stage of life.

We believe in social justice, the equal worth of each citizen, equality of opportunity and the importance of strong communities. Together we change lives. 

How to Apply:

If you think you can bring your passion and enthusiasm to an Administration role within our various programs, we'd love to hear from you. Please click on Apply and submit your application!