Currently seeking female volunteers for northern/western suburbs
Volunteers visit a client regularly, to provide practical assistance, information and a social connection. Support can be in many different forms such as practicing conversational English, explaining letters and filling out forms, assisting with orientation to the local area, providing information about community activities, and facilitating connection with the wider community. Time donated: 2-3 hours per week (generally weekdays but some after-hours/weekend options)
HOMEWORK CLUBSNot Currently Recruiting
Volunteer tutors provide support for high school students who require additional assistance with school work. No teaching experience is necessary. Homework clubs are held at various locations. Time donated: 2 hours per week (during school terms)
Salisbury – Monday (4.00pm-6.00pm)
Enfield – Monday (4.00pm-6.00pm)
Online - Thursday (4.00pm-6.00pm)
Hilton – Thursday (4.00pm-6.00pm)
Not Currently Recruiting
Engage with youth through fun group activities, games and sports, networking and building resillence at the Youth Hangout. The program provides safe and welcoming space for young people to make friends, become familiar with Australian culture and values, and develop confidence. Time donated: 2 hours per week (during school term)
Salisbury Hangout - Friday (4.30pm - 6.30pm)
Not Currently Recruiting
Mentors play a significant role in the development of young people. Mentors can reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness by providing an insight into local culture whilst being a source of practical advice. Interactions can be a positive safe place for youth to practice English language skills, and be a facilitator for fun and educational activities. Volunteer mentoring may be in a group setting but volunteers may also be individually linked with a young person. Time donated: Approx 2 hours per fortnight, various times and locations
Currently Recruiting
The role may include different forms of basic administration tasks such as scanning, electronic filing or database entry, or Reception tasks such as greeting clients, answering telephone and passing on phone and email messages to relevant staff. Time donated: 4 hours (during business hours) Located in Salisbury.
CULTURAL SUPPORT WOMEN'S GROUPSNot Currently Recruiting
Volunteers interact with women in the groups to provide a safe and supportive environment for women to connect, gain information on parenting, health and other topics and practice English. Female volunteers only are required for these groups. Located in Salisbury area. Time donated: 2 hours per week (daytime Thursdays, during school terms)
EVENTS / MARKETING / PROMOTIONNot Currently Recruiting
Volunteers donate time for key events during the year. Volunteer assistance may include: set up and pack down of venues, greeting guests, providing information and taking part in fundraising events. Time donated: Irregular, will depend on the event
Corner Ann Street & Commercial Road, Salisbury
Mail: PO Box 72, Salisbury SA 5108
E volunteer@ausref.net T 08 8354 2951
As a Board member you will be responsible for:
• Setting the strategic direction and providing leadership to the organisation
• Monitoring organisational performance against its purpose and strategic plan
• Ensuring financial and legal compliance
The Board meets on a bimonthly basis on Wednesday evening for approximately 2 hours.
Occasional weekend commitments will be required for Strategic Planning sessions.
If you are interested in joining the Board of ARA, please provide a covering letter addressing the criteria sought, along with your resume and the contact details of two referees. Please address your letter to the Chairperson, Australian Refugee Association and email to CEO@ausref.net