Invisible Illnesses Inc. is a self-funded, lived-experience-led not-for-profit supporting people living with chronic illness, disability, neurodivergence, trauma, and other invisible conditions. We provide counselling, assessments, peer support, life skills, advocacy, and community programs across Western Australia.
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate **volunteer handyman, carpenter, or tradie** to help us complete the final stage of setting up our new hub.
At present, we are using bookcases and temporary partitions to create private spaces so we can begin supporting the community. We are now looking for someone who can help us enclose these areas and build simple internal office walls to ensure privacy, dignity, and a safe therapeutic environment.
This role will directly contribute to creating confidential counselling and assessment rooms for vulnerable community members.
### Key responsibilities
Constructing simple internal walls or partitions
Installing doors or privacy solutions
Basic carpentry and handyman work
Problem solving practical space solutions
Supporting a small, community-focused team
### Skills and experience
Experience in carpentry, construction, or handyman work
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Practical and solution-focused mindset
Compassionate and community-minded
Understanding of privacy and safety in support settings
Retired or semi-retired tradespeople are warmly encouraged to apply.
### Benefits to volunteers
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the local community
Volunteer hours and references
Recognition and appreciation
A welcoming and inclusive team environment
Flexible scheduling
The chance to help create life-changing spaces
### Commitment
Flexible. We are grateful for any support, whether a few days, short-term project work, or ongoing advice.
** Category **
Community Services
** Commitment **
Regular - less than 6 months
** Type Of Work **
Trades & Maintenance,
** Time Required **
Flexible. We are grateful for any support, whether a few days, short-term project work, or ongoing advice.