• Part-time role (with flexible hours and days)
• Attractive benefits, including leave loading and not for profit salary packaging of up to $15,899 per FBT year
• Based in Hughes ACT, with free parking

COTA ACT is currently seeking a part-time employee to take on the role of coordinating our volunteer programs. We are in search of a passionate, enthusiastic and well-organised individual to manage and oversee volunteer visits for older and vulnerable Canberrans. These visits are part of the federally funded Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme (ACVVS).

The coordinator's primary responsibilities will involve collaborating with other COTA ACT staff to recruit, train, and provide support to volunteers who will be visiting older people residing in aged care facilities or their own homes. The purpose of these visits is to offer companionship and friendship to residents who may be experiencing social isolation and loneliness, thereby enhancing their overall quality of life. Additionally, the initiative aims to enable isolated older adults to engage with the community and to facilitate connection and purpose for all involved.

Salary will be within the SCHADS 3-4 level (pro-rata) – depending on qualifications and experience. This position also attracts salary packaging of up to $15,899 per Fringe Benefits Tax year. The working hours are flexible and could suit someone looking to work around carer responsibilities or school hours.

ABOUT US

Council on the Ageing (COTA) ACT is the peak organisation for all issues relating to older Canberrans, seniors and their families. 

We deliver a range of programs and services designed to improve the lives of older people by keeping them connected to, and informed about, about the local community. 

A local organisation staffed by local people, our focus is on providing engagement and outcomes for older people in the Canberra region through our programs, services and policy development.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Attractive remuneration packages
• Flexible, inclusive and friendly workplace
• Not for profit salary packaging
• A range of above award entitlements, including paid Christmas shutdown
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free parking (at Hughes Community Centre)

What you will be doing

• Implement volunteer recruitment/retention strategies
• Support volunteer visitors undertaking visits to home care and aged care recipients (including onboarding, training and acknowledgement)
• Match volunteers to older people, considering culture, language, interests etc
• Liaise with residential care and home care providers to organise volunteer visits
• Educate and inspire aged care service providers to embrace the purpose and value of the program for their residents
• Ensure volunteers are monitored and supported appropriately to enhance positive visiting relationships between volunteers and older adults
• Administrative tasks, documentation and reporting related to delivery of Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme (ACVVS)

SELECTION CRITERIA

• A commitment to the aims and values of COTA ACT, in particular understanding of the needs and issues and delivery of support and information to older or vulnerable Canberrans
• Qualifications or experience in Community Service, Coordination of Volunteer Programs, or a similar area with a not-for-profit organisation
• Understanding of the issues relating to ageing, residential settings and coordinating volunteers, including the impact that ageing and impairments can have on forming relationships
• Sensitivity working with different cultures and specific needs of recipients and volunteers
• Experience with volunteers and an understanding of issues related to volunteering
• Sound organisational, planning and time management skills to meet KPIs
• Ability to establish, maintain and strengthen effective working relationships with all stakeholders
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including a professional telephone manner
• Familiarity with IT systems, including general digital literacy and Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Current Working with Vulnerable People Check and National Police Check Clearances (Paid Worker)
• Full Driver’s license and a reliable fully insured vehicle

This role requires flexibility, ability to work at multiple locations, as well as occasional work out of regular hours.

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact Jenny Mobbs or Kirsten Cross on 02 6282 3777 or [email protected] using the subject line: Volunteer Coordinator (Paid Position) enquiry via EthicalJobs.