At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide support and assistance to the travelling community, including wheelchair help.
- Company: Join Travellers Aid, a diverse organisation focused on community connection.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, flexible shifts, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enhancing your skills.
- Qualifications: Enthusiastic, adaptable, and strong communication skills required.
Who we are
Travellers Aid is an organisation committed to enabling every individual to connect, engage and participate in their community. We take pride in the diverse backgrounds of our team which reflect the communities in which we work. Our services are provided with the highest level of care, respect and dignity and are designed to enable people who face accessibility barriers.
The role (a day in the life)
As a Connection Assistant you will be able to provide information, support and wheelchair assistance to the travelling community. Daily duties will include:
- Answer the phone
- Take bookings
- Provide information regarding Travellers Aid services
- Provide wheelchair assistance as required
- Assist service users as required
About you
- Flexible and adaptable
- Enthusiastic
- Able to work independently/unsupervised
- Can do attitude
- Strong verbal communication
We are an equal opportunity employer and take pride in the diversity of our team which reflects the community in which we are part of and serve. Applications from people with disability and of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.
If you have any queries, please reach out to us at **********@travellersaid.org.au
Category: Community Services
Commitment: Regular - more than 6 months
Time Required: 1-2 shifts a week, flexible around your schedule
Training: We will provide you with all relevant training for this role.
Connection Assistant Volunteer – Bendigo employer: Travellers Aid Australia
Travellers Aid is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment in Bendigo, where volunteers can make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals facing accessibility challenges. With a strong commitment to diversity and community engagement, we offer comprehensive training and flexible scheduling, allowing you to grow personally and professionally while contributing to a cause that truly matters. Join us in our mission to empower every individual to connect and participate fully in their community.
