Volunteers

Volunteering at Sussex Neighbourhood House

What goes on at Sussex Neighbourhood House?

The programs at Sussex Neighbourhood House are many and varied and reflect the needs of the community.

Programs include Computer courses, English as a Second Language, Arts & Crafts, Social Groups, Occasional Child Care and many others.

Volunteer workers at Sussex Neighbourhood House are a valuable resource and can enhance and extend the quality and content of many of the above programs and services.

Ways to Get Involved

Drive the mini-bus · Organise & help at special events· Distribute brochures· Take photographs· Write stories and articles· Produce fliers, brochures, newsletters· Support people with disabilities· Participate and help at festivals and events· Nominate for Committee of Management· Assist child care workers· Assist English as a Second Language teacher· Provide minor maintenance, repairs of toys or painting· Assist in office administration· Assist at fundraising events incl. sausage sizzles· Assist the sewing teacher

What is in it for me?

Volunteer workers benefit from their experience in many ways.

For many it is a chance to get out into the community, make new friends and contribute to the community. For others it is a stepping stone to re-entering the workforce.

Some use their volunteer work to build skill levels and gain experience ready to enter the workforce for the first time. Employers are often impressed by voluntary work experience that is listed on your resume.

Some people like to continue to use their skills after retirement. It is important that you enjoy working with us as much as we enjoy your company and appreciate your work. We need to work together to ensure that your needs are met as well as ours.

There are regular Volunteer Training Programs. These are an initiative funded by Moreland City Council to support community organisations, groups and clubs.

The training courses are offered in a variety of formats with diverse content to suit volunteers at varying levels of competence and interest.

A series of courses and workshops designed for staff and volunteers of community groups and clubs. Volunteers are sponsored by Moreland City Council to support volunteering and civic participation.


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	Volunteering at Sussex Neighbourhood House What goes on at Sussex Neighbourhood House? The programs at Sussex Neighbourhood House are many and varied and reflect the needs of the community. Programs include Computer courses, English as a Second Language, Arts & Crafts, Social Groups, Occasional Child Care and many others. Volunteer workers at Sussex Neighbourhood House are a valuable resource and can enhance and extend the quality and content of many of the above programs and services. Ways to Get Involved Drive the mini-bus · Organise & help at special events· Distribute brochures· Take photographs· Write stories and articles· Produce fliers, brochures, newsletters· Support people with disabilities· Participate and help at festivals and events· Nominate for Committee of Management· Assist child care workers· Assist English as a Second Language teacher· Provide minor maintenance, repairs of toys or painting· Assist in office administration· Assist at fundraising events incl. sausage sizzles· Assist the sewing teacher What is in it for me? Volunteer workers benefit from their experience in many ways. For many it is a chance to get out into the community, make new friends and contribute to the community. For others it is a stepping stone to re-entering the workforce. Some use their volunteer work to build skill levels and gain experience ready to enter the workforce for the first time. Employers are often impressed by voluntary work experience that is listed on your resume. Some people like to continue to use their skills after retirement. It is important that you enjoy working with us as much as we enjoy your company and appreciate your work. We need to work together to ensure that your needs are met as well as ours. There are regular Volunteer Training Programs. These are an initiative funded by Moreland City Council to support community organisations, groups and clubs. The training courses are offered in a variety of formats with diverse content to suit volunteers at varying levels of competence and interest. Volunteer Training A series of courses and workshops designed for staff and volunteers of community groups and clubs. Volunteers are sponsored by Moreland City Council to support volunteering and civic participation. For detailed information on these courses ring 9354 2210 Creating Newsletters Create newsletters invitations and fliers for your club, organisation or special event. It’s so much easier than you think. Friday 1.00 - 3.30pm Feb 3 – Mar 9 Thursday 7.00 – 9.30pm Apr 19 – May 24 Standard Fee $65, or $25 for Volunteers Safety in the Work Area or Shed From Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) basics through to the newest requirements, learn how to put safety first for yourself and others. Ideal for Men’s Shedders and handy people. Saturday 9am – 5pm Feb 25 – Mar 3 Standard Fee $170, or $50 for Volunteers First Aid Level 2 Ideal for local sporting club leaders, parents, volunteer workers and staff wanting to learn first aid or simply to refresh their skills. Practical and interactive enabling all participants to handle minor injuries and emergency situations. Certificate course conducted by Acute Health Sunday 10am – 4pm Mar 18 & 25 Standard Fee $175, or $50 for Volunteers, $60/ $30 CPR only Safe Food Handling Ideal for parents, volunteer workers and staff whose daily work involves the preparation, packaging and/or sale of food products in hospitality, retail, food processing, health industries and fundraising. Certificate course conducted by Glenroy Neighbourhood Learning Centre. Contact the House early to discuss practical requirements. Tuesday 6.30 – 9.30pm May 8 - June 22 Standard Fee $120, or $30 for Volunteers, Share, learn, enjoy and grow Top (c) 2012 Sussex Neighbourhood House - all rights reserved	Events Newsletter Inclusive Options Quilters Blog Downloads Meet Us