Current Positions

We are seeking volunteers to take on a Live-In Mentor role with young people exiting the child protection system.

Live-In Mentor (Lead Tenant) – Eastern Suburbs

• Live rent free in a fully furnished share house in Wantirna South
• Receive a payment of $75 per week plus ongoing training and support
• Volunteer in a supportive team making a difference in the lives of young people

The Program:

StepOut is an out-of-home-care placement option providing medium-term accommodation and support to young people aged 16-18 years, who have been placed away from the care of their families by Child Protection. The program provides a safe, semi-independent living environment where young people in the house are supported by Live-In Mentors. Mentors are expected to demonstrate a positive and balanced lifestyle and be engaged in some form of employment, study or training. The position is voluntary, however Live-In Mentors are not required to pay rent or utilities (excluding telephone). They will also receive an honorarium payment of $75 per week.

The Position:

As a Live-In Mentor, your role is to live at the Wantirna South share house with another Mentor and two young people aged 16-18 who are in the care system. You are required to act as positive role model and provide informal support to assist the young people in developing their independent living skills, which may include cooking, cleaning, budgeting, financial management, grocery shopping etc. You are required to participate equally in domestic chores and duties and to ensure that any conflicts arising within the household are dealt with in a positive and productive manner. As a Live-In Mentor you will be assisting young people in the house transition to independent living and helping reduce youth homelessness.

• Are you a fully licensed driver over 21 years old and interested in young people and road safety?  We are looking for enthusiastic people who can commit 1-2 hours a week to help a learner driver to get their licence.
• The TAC L2P Program helps young learner drivers who don’t have a supervising driver or a vehicle and help them complete the 120 hours of driving experience they’ll need before taking their licence test.
• A driver licence opens up new opportunities for education and employment.  As a volunteer mentor you’ll contribute to your community by helping a young person take their next steps toward independence.

The No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS) is committed to achieving a more just and equitable society for people living on low incomes. NILS has been operating in Australia since 1981.

NILS provides a holistic response to the needs of people living on low incomes by connecting individuals to alternative consumer and financial assistance, providing support to improve financial capabilities and enhancing community participation through the recycling of funds into additional loans for other community members.

The NILS worker will learn to manage enquiries in a way that enhances the dignity and respect of the individual whilst helping them gain some form of financial control and empowerment in their lives. NILS is culturally relevant and safe, recognising the differing lifestyles, attitudes, religions and values in the communities in which its work is carried out.

Responsibilities:

• Respond to enquiries both by the phone and online and conduct interviews
• Assist client to understand available alternatives and refer to other services if appropriate.
• Complete Loan Application using an online app and other NILS follow ups as required, ensuring the Loan Application Process is completed following Anglicare Victoria and Good Shepherd policies and procedures.
• Maintain online client files with documents and notes and Download, collate and scan documents as appropriate.

Emergency Relief Volunteer

Volunteer for a leading community based organisation making a real difference in the life of families, children and young people.

• Ongoing volunteer roles available, one shift per week: 9.00am – 12.30 pm.
• Location: 239 Murray Rd Preston

The Position

Anglicare Victoria operates a number of Emergency Relief Programs across metropolitan and regional centres, and have successfully opened a new client support service to complement the existing food bank service at All Saints Church in Preston.

The program oversees the assessment and administration of clients experiencing personal crisis or financial hardship, and provides immediate assistance in the form of food and petrol vouchers, food parcels, prescription vouchers, information, advocacy & referrals to other support services.

It is a client facing program with social distancing measures in place, which operates once a week on a Friday.

We are seeking to recruit a group of community minded people who can assist with a range of roles including:

• Assessment interviews and referral of clients to immediate supports and other community support agencies.
• Greeting clients arriving for appointments and managing ongoing appointments for the following week
• Data entry into Client Management System ( CDS)
• Assisting with onsite Food Distribution Service
• Driving / Jockey to pick up orders from Foodbank in Yarraville.

Emergency Relief Volunteer

Volunteer for a leading community based organisation making a real difference in the life of families, children and young people.

• Ongoing volunteer roles available, 1-2 shifts per week: 10am – 1pm
• Location: 100 Anderson Rd, Sunshine

The Position

Anglicare Victoria operates a number of Emergency Relief Programs across metropolitan and regional centres.

The Sunshine program oversees the assessment and administration of clients experiencing personal crisis or financial hardship, and provides immediate assistance in the form of food and petrol vouchers, food parcels, prescription vouchers, information, advocacy & referrals to other support services.

It is a client facing program with social distancing measures in place, which operates twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays from the Holy Apostles Church in Sunshine.

We are seeking to recruit a group of community minded people who can assist with a range of roles including:

• Assessment interviews and referral of clients to immediate supports and other community support agencies.
• Greeting clients arriving for appointments and managing ongoing appointments for the following week
• Data entry into Client Management System ( CDS)
• Assisting with onsite Food Distribution Service
• Driving / Jockey to pick up orders from Foodbank in Yarraville.

Emergency Relief Volunteer

Volunteer for a leading community based organisation making a real difference in the life of families, children and young people.

• Ongoing volunteer roles available, two shift per month : 1^st & 3^rd Monday of the month 10am – 1pm.
• Location: cnr Alexina St & East Esplanade, St Albans

The Position

Anglicare Victoria operates a number of Emergency Relief Programs across metropolitan and regional centres.

The St Albans ER program oversees the assessment and administration of clients experiencing personal crisis or financial hardship, and provides immediate assistance in the form of food vouchers, food parcels, phone and prescription vouchers, information, advocacy & referrals to other support services.

It is a client facing program with social distancing measures in place, which operates twice a month on a Wednesday from The Martyr Church in St Albans.

We are seeking to recruit a group of community minded people who can assist with a range of roles including:

• Assessment interviews and referral of clients to immediate supports and other community support agencies.
• Greeting clients arriving for appointments and managing ongoing appointments for the following week
• Data entry into Client Management System ( CDS)
• Assisting with onsite Food Distribution Service
• Driving / Jockey to pick up orders from Foodbank in Yarraville.

Emergency Relief Volunteer

Volunteer for a leading community based organisation making a real difference in the life of families, children and young people.

• Ongoing volunteer roles available, 1-2 shifts per week: Monday 12:30-3:30pm; Wednesday 10am-1pm; Friday 10am-1pm
• Location: Newbury Child & Community Centre, Craigieburn

The Position

Anglicare Victoria operates a number of Emergency Relief Programs across metropolitan and regional centres. The program oversees the assessment and administration of clients experiencing personal crisis or financial hardship, and provides immediate assistance in the form of food vouchers, food parcels, phone and fuel vouchers, information, advocacy & referrals to other support services.

It is a client facing program with social distancing measures in place, which operates three times a week on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

We are seeking to recruit a group of community minded people who can assist with a range of roles including:

• Assessment interviews and referral of clients to immediate supports and other community support agencies.
• Greeting clients arriving for appointments and managing ongoing appointments for the following week
• Data entry into Client Management System ( CDS)
• Assisting with onsite Food Distribution Service
• Driving / Jockey to pick up orders from Foodbank in Yarraville.

Emergency Relief Volunteer

Volunteer for a leading community based organisation making a real difference in the life of families, children and young people.

• Ongoing volunteer roles available, one shift per week: 10am-1pm
• Location: cnr Bellbird Ave & Kings Road, Taylors Lakes

The Position

Anglicare Victoria operates a number of Emergency Relief Programs across metropolitan and regional centres.

The program oversees the assessment and administration of clients experiencing personal crisis or financial hardship, and provides immediate assistance in the form of food and petrol vouchers, food parcels, prescription vouchers, information, advocacy & referrals to other support services.

It is a client facing program with social distancing measures in place, which operates once a week on a Wednesday and is based at St Lukes Church in Taylors Lakes.

We are seeking to recruit a group of community minded people who can assist with a range of roles including:

• Assessment interviews and referral of clients to immediate supports and other community support agencies.
• Greeting clients arriving for appointments and managing ongoing appointments for the following week
• Data entry into Client Management System ( CDS)
• Assisting with onsite Food Distribution Service
• Driving / Jockey to pick up orders from Foodbank in Yarraville.