Who are we looking for?
We are looking for warm and friendly volunteers to provide important social connections and conversations over-the-phone, to older South Australians.
What can you expect to be doing?
Connecting with Customers: Connect over the phone to pre-identified customers providing friendly conversation and social connection. Your kindness and engagement will help alleviate feelings of loneliness and social isolation.
Document Your Impact: Record brief details in our customer database to ensure accurate and up-to-date information.
What do you need to bring?
- Ability to engage effectively within a team environment in accordance with AnglicareSA’s values
- Empathy, compassion, and a non-judgmental, respectful approach
- Great phone skills and the ability to speak clearly with people who might have trouble hearing on the phone.
- Relate well with people from a variety of different cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
- Report to the supervisor any areas of concern regarding the customers you are volunteering with
Benefits of Volunteering with AnglicareSA:
Connection with your goals: volunteering experiences that connect with your short & long-term goals
Make a Real Impact: Your conversations will provide much-needed care and support to older South Australians.
Be Part of an Amazing Team: Without our dedicated volunteers, we wouldn’t be able to offer our range of services and support to those in need.
One-on-One Support: Enjoy personalised assistance from our Volunteer Coordinator and access to the latest resources to help you make and document calls effortlessly.
Enjoy Perks: Sip on complimentary cappuccinos, hot chocolates, and Chai lattes
Who is AnglicareSA?
For more than 150 years, AnglicareSA has supported South Australians in need. Our 2,000 staff and 300 volunteers support more than 50,000 people each year through our diverse programs including housing and homelessness, NDIS services, aged care, foster care, emergency assistance, financial counselling and literacy, Aboriginal services, new arrivals, children, youth and families.
How to Apply:
Ready to make a difference? Join our team of incredible Community Aged Care Volunteers and help us bring joy and connection to those who need it most. Please click on Apply and submit your application!
- Published on 27 Aug 2024, 4:04 AM