Expressions of Interest - Volunteer Hub (1160)
Victorian OmbudsmanAbout Barwon Health
Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.
About the facility
Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong’s CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.
Barwon Health is supported by an amazing group of volunteers and we are always keen to expand our programs and services. Our Volunteer Programs enhance the healthcare experience of our consumers and their families through providing direct social, emotional and recreational support.
Volunteers offer a friendly face and genuine support and are valued members of our team. We have volunteers assisting in many different settings. There are roles in a hospital setting such as Concierge and Cancer Services.
Other roles are on the road assisting our Volunteer Patient Transport Program. Other opportunities exist in areas such as Palliative Care and our Aged Care Programs where volunteers can help with woodwork, art, craft, games, gardening, companionship, sharing common interests such as reading, language.
We offer a comprehensive volunteer training program and induction. On-boarding requirements and training modules are relevant to the role you wish to pursue and our Volunteer Coordinators are available to help you through each step of the process.
We ask that volunteers are available to commit to joining a program for 12 months and most roles will involve a weekly shift of four to six hours.
To see the current available positions and fill in an application please click through to our Volunteer Hub - Barwon health Volunteer Hub
We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.
We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards.
This role must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and influenza and meet the requirements of the Barwon Health immunisation policy.