**The Role:**
The Aged Care Volunteer Visiting Scheme (ACVVS), funded by the Australian Government, connects volunteers with an older person who is feeling lonely and/or socially isolated, to build friendships and reduce feelings of loneliness. In your volunteer role you will be paired with a female in her 90s to provide them regular social support visits in their residential aged care home. During your visit you will listen to music, play cards, have a conversation and could include playing board games. Get to know someone new and make a difference in your local community!
**Our Client:**
This female currently resides in a Residential Aged Care Home in Warrnambool VIC 3280. She enjoys dogs, listening to music and loves to chat about lots of different topics. She would be delighted to have a new social connection in her life for regular social conversations.
**For You:**
* Make a meaningful impact in the lives of other people and your local community
* Improve your employment prospects by growing your resume
* Join a community of volunteers making a difference in your local area.
* Dedicated support and training through the Volunteer Program
* Access to employee assistance provider (EAP)
* Be welcomed into genUs friendly and inclusive workplace.
**About You:**
* Lives in and around Warrnambool or happy to travel.
* Possess clear communication skills
* Compassionate, patient and an excellent listener
* Passionate about giving back to your community
* Conducts yourself with open-mindedness and respect, ensuring the privacy, confidentiality, and dignity of our clients is always maintained
* Comfortable using technology to provide feedback and connect with the Volunteer Program
* Availability for a versatile six-month commitment
**Time Commitment:**
1 hour per week or fortnight, between 9:00am - 5:00pm.
At genU, were all about flexibility. Lets chat and find out the hours which suit you best!
**Want to know more:**
Curious for more, or just want to say hi? Please do not hesitate to contact genU.
** Category **
Seniors & Aged Care
** Commitment **
Regular - more than 6 months
** Type Of Work **
Companionship & Social Support,Seniors & Aged Care,
** Time Required **
1 hour per week or fortnight, between 9:00am - 5:00pm.
At genU, were all about flexibility. Lets chat and find out the hours which suit you best!
** Training **
📌 Aged Care Volunteer Visitor to chat and listen to music - Warrnambool VIC 3280
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📍 Warrnambool