Volunteers - Wellbeing Companion - RCS Maddington

Roles available Social Wellbeing Companion Companion for elderly gentleman Activities Assist - Support "Happy Hour" Thursday's  Bingo Companion - Friday's from 9:45am   About the roles   Social Wellbeing Companion Help brighten a resident's day by providing friendship and companionship to someone who may be experiencing loneliness or social isolation. As a Companion Volunteer, you will spend quality time with residents through conversation, shared interests, games, reminiscing, or simply enjoying each other's company. Your regular visits can help foster a sense of connection, belonging, and wellbeing while enhancing a resident's quality of life. This rewarding role plays an important part in supporting residents' emotional wellbeing and helping them remain socially engaged.   Companion for elderly gentleman Do you love great conversation, music, and outdoors? We're looking for a compassionate volunteer to build a genuine friendship with an older gentleman. The gentleman is a proud member of the LGBTIQA+ community. We are not specifically seeking a LGBTIQA+ volunteer, but we are looking for someone who is accepting, inclusive, and respectful of who he is. The most important qualities are kindness, openness, and a genuine interest in getting to know him.   Activities Assistant – Happy Hour - Thursdays  Help residents enjoy a fun and social afternoon at our weekly Happy Hour. Volunteers assist with welcoming residents, encouraging participation, fostering conversation, and helping create a warm and enjoyable atmosphere.   Bingo Companion - Friday's from 9:45am Do you enjoy Bingo? Assist residents to enjoy the game of Bingo. Create an environment that is fun and engaging.   Volunteer Requirements To become a volunteer, you will need to: Provide a Volunteer Police Clearance issued within the last six months or willing to obtain one Sign our Code of Conduct and Statutory Declaration Complete mandatory online training within two months of commencement Be available once a week for a minimum of two hours (this role is during the working week only, not weekends)   If you are friendly, compassionate, and enjoy connecting with older people, we would love to hear from you.   Enquiries can be made to volunteering@mercycare.com.au or contact the Volunteer Lead Tanya Filevski 0436 936 444