Community Outreach Volunteer

Community Outreach Volunteer VH272; Australia; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization is seeking volunteers for the Community Outreach role. Volunteers will support vision impaired clients by organizing household items, promoting services at events, and assisting with community activities. This role offers flexible hours, training, and support. If you're interested in making a difference, please contact the Volunteer Hub to apply.

Benefits

Training provided

Payment of out-of-pocket expenses

Qualifications

• Willingness to support vision impaired clients.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to attend community events.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in managing their homes.
• Promote Vision Norfolk at events.
• Assist at coffee mornings for outreach.

Job description

Role

We are looking for volunteers to support our Community Outreach Workers. The role may include the following:

• Supporting our clients to manage their homes independently by helping to label and organise household items.
• Attend events to promote Vision Norfolk and the Community Outreach Service.
• Provide support to run and assist at coffee mornings around the county promoting our work and making direct connections with potential clients.
• Support our clients to feel confident attending activities and events

Becoming a volunteer is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference and support your local community. Vision Norfolk also offers regular advice, support, and training and payment of out of pocket expenses agreed in advance

Time Commitment

Hours are flexible depending which activities you participate in and how much time you would like to commit. We are looking for volunteers across Norfolk.

About the organisation

Vision Norfolk aims to improve the confidence, skills and social engagement of vision impaired people of all ages in Norfolk by delivering high-quality services and practical and emotional support which enables them to live independent and fulfilled lives.

How to apply

If you are interested in this role and would like to apply or would like more information, contact the Volunteer Hub at Merchants’ Place –

E: [e-mail]

T: 01263 519454

Alternatively, you can complete an online registration form and your details will be sent to us directly. A link for the form can be found on our Volunteer Hub page on our website