Description:
Volunteer | Arcare Burnside
- Volunteer opportunities based on your interests and skills.
- Meaningful and deeply rewarding interactions.
- Enable residents to live a meaningful and engaging life.
About Arcare
As one of Australia’s leading aged care providers, we have 50 residences in QLD, NSW, and VIC, with more on the way! Our core focus is the relationship between residents, colleagues, and family members, with our residents and team at the heart of what we do.
Backed by a dedicated team of over 7000 employees, we strive to uphold our core values of Relationships, Uniqueness, Partnerships, and Flexibility, earning us a reputation that speaks for itself.
Benefits
- Significant volunteer discounts for Apple, Samsung, Travel, Health Insurance, Gyms & much more
- Fulfillment from making a positive impact on the lives of our residents.
- Opportunity to develop meaningful relationships and learn from the wisdom of older generations.
- Employee Assistance Program.
About the Role:
This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values its team members, offers a supportive working environment, and has a genuine desire to support its people.
Your key responsibilities revolve around supporting the Lifestyle Team in implementing group or individual lifestyle programs that enhance the quality of life and well-being of our residents.
Your primary functions will be:
- Engage in friendly conversations and active listening with residents.
- Participate in lifestyle activities such as games, arts and crafts, or music sessions.
- Accompany residents on short walks or outings.
- Assist with reading, writing, or other lifestyle activities based on residents' interests.
- Provide emotional support and a compassionate presence.
Skills & Experience
- Compassionate and empathetic nature.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience and understanding when interacting with older adults.
- Respect for cultural diversity and a willingness to learn about residents' backgrounds.
- Reliable and punctual.
Ready to Apply
It really is our people and culture that set us apart, with our ongoing focus of working together as one team. If you think this volunteering at Arcare is the right fit for you, we invite you to extend an expression of interest. Our friendly Lifestyle Coordinator will be in touch with next steps. Please note that you must have a NDIS Worker Screening Check (or be willing to obtain which Arcare will fund). Arcare values diversity within our workforce and is an equal opportunity employer.