Humanitarian Settlement Program Volunteer – Wagga Wagga NSW

Commitment: Ongoing role  Availability: Weekdays - Monday - Friday  Please list your times and days of availability on the application form Location: Wagga Wagga and surrounding areas Why Choose to volunteer with Red Cross? You can help improve lives and create a positive impact in your community It’s an opportunity to enhance your skills & knowledge & gain new experiences You’ll be helping Red Cross to support vulnerable people across Australia The Program  The Humanitarian Settlement Program (HSP) assists newly arrived refugees in settling into their new environment by offering support and guidance. HSP volunteers help clients adjust to a new country and community by providing essential support during the initial settlement period. Volunteers work in tandem with Red Cross caseworkers and Community Navigators to build confidence, self-sufficiency, and community connections for refugees. The Opportunity  HSP volunteers are friendly, accepting and flexible individuals, who are motivated to support the learning and comfortable settlement of newly arrived refugees. All of the roles within the program are supported by the Red Cross caseworkers and Community Navigator. Training and ongoing development opportunities are offered as part of these roles.  Red Cross will ensure you have training, ongoing support and access to other opportunities within the world's largest humanitarian network. The Impact  HSP volunteers are a vital connection between refugees and their new communities. As part of the Humanitarian Settlement Program, you will contribute to creating a friendly and inclusive environment that will help refugees feel welcome. Your impact will be tangible, and you will see your contribution making a different to someone’s life. You will have the opportunity to learn from many people's diverse history and knowledge, as well as feeling the satisfaction of giving back to others.  Application requirements For this role you will be required to undertake a National Police Check, which will be organised through Red Cross You will need to provide details for two professional references The role will also require you to hold or apply for a Working With Children Check or Working With Vulnerable People Check depending on your State/Territory.  Red Cross can assist you to apply for this check  Further information  To find out more about this opportunity please contact Shahab Mahmood via email smahmood@redcross.org.au  Thank you for considering volunteering at Red Cross. We also have great career opportunities, please visit our website at www.redcross.org.au/careers