Volunteers are an instrumental component in helping BCYF meet the needs of vulnerable people in our community. Volunteers are a vital part of our team. They make a unique contribution by providing valuable support that complements BCYF Staff.
Why volunteer?
People choose to volunteer for a variety of reasons:
- Giving back and helping others
Volunteering offers the chance to give something back to the community or make a difference to the lives of the people around them - Developing skills and gaining work experience
Volunteering provides an opportunity to develop new skills or build on existing experience and knowledge - Meeting new people
Volunteering is a great opportunity to meet people with similar interests and feel part of a team
Who can volunteer?
Do you have:
- A passion to work with children, young people and families
- Skills to engage with children, young people and families with respect and warmth
- An ability to maintain clear boundaries with children, young people and families
- Collaborative team work skills
- Good verbal communication skills
- An understanding of confidentiality
Are you willing to:
- Commit to a volunteer role for an agreed amount of time
- Undertake a National Police Check
- Hold a Working with Children Check
- Undertaking orientation, supervision and training as required
Volunteer Positions
BCYF offers a range of volunteering opportunities across our organisation which include but are not limited to:
- Group Work Support within Playgroups, Parenting Groups & Youth Groups
- Homework Support for children and young people
- Mentoring children and young people in Foster Care
- Conversational English with Refugee and Asylum Seekers
- Event Support
- Project / Administration Support
Benefits of volunteering at Barwon Child, Youth & Family
BCYF appreciates that volunteers give freely of their time and talent. In return we provide our volunteers with:
- Access to BCYF’s internal training and development opportunities
- Access to BCYF’s Health & wellbeing program including relevant vaccinations, wellbeing initiatives and activities
- Mentoring and support from an experienced staff member
- Potential pathways to employment
- Flexible volunteer opportunities, both short term and long term volunteer roles exist
- Free confidential counselling support service through our Employee Assistance Program
Volunteer Application Process
If you are interested in becoming a BCYF Volunteer, please complete the online application form and attach a copy of your resume for consideration.
All potential volunteers will be required to:
- Complete a formal Application Form
- Participate in an interview
- Provide appropriate references
- Provide a current Working with Children Check
- Undergo a National Police Check
Enquiries
If you have any further questions about BCYF’s Volunteer Program, please email volunteers@bcyf.org.au
