Why Volunteer and what’s in it for you? Without volunteers, Meals on Wheels Food Service would cease to exist. We recognize the valuable contribution made by volunteers and actively encourages their participation because it: ● Enables volunteers to contribute to and be of benefit to their community ● Provides opportunity for work experience and the development of new skills ● Enhances the range of skills available ● Allows for community participation in the service ● It is a means of enhancing specific talents, personal development and self esteem Volunteering Positions ● Meal delivery (drivers and runners) ● Community Restaurant Assistants ● Management Members ● Office assistants ● Meal preparation assistants ● Cooking assistance Will Volunteering suit me? A Volunteer should possess the following: ● A commitment to serving their communities ● Enthusiasm and personal interest in the area of volunteer work chosen ● A desire for challenge and new responsibilities ● A willingness to devote their time ● A willingness to observe the same ethical and conduct standards as paid workers What skills and qualifications do I need? Volunteers with the Cowra / Grenfell Meals on Wheels Food Service should ideally possess skills or qualifications in the following arrears: ● An empathy with and understanding of the needs of the frail aged and people with disabilities and their needs ● Neat and tidy appearance ● Good people and communication skills ● Honesty and reliability ● Driver’s licence and own vehicle if being the driver Other Important Information you need to know! ● Applicants for Volunteer positions will be required to undergo an interview to assess their suitability for the position ● Volunteers are required to undergo a Police check ● Volunteers will be required to sign an Agreement form ● All personal information remains strictly confidential ● Volunteers will receive an Orientation Package ● Volunteers will receive training relevant to their Volunteer work ● Volunteers will be reimbursed for their out of pocket expenses ● Cowra / Grenfell Meals on Wheels adheres to the principles of EEO ● Cowra / Grenfell Meals on Wheels welcomes Volunteers from Culturally and Linguistically diverse backgrounds I’m interested! What do I do now? Contact the Service Manager Denise Makin Telephone: 6342 4165 Fax: 6342 4346 Mobile: 0428 408 049 Email: cowramow@westnet.com.au or call into: Meals on Wheels office 14 Vaux Street, Cowra (opposite the Bowling Greens) Ask for Denise or Sandy for a Volunteer enrolment form |
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