FAQs about volunteering
Why volunteer?
It’s a great way to:
- Learn or practice new skills;
- Meet new people;
- Make new friends;
- Share knowledge and interests;
- Gain work experience;
- Build confidence and self esteem;
- Stay active and engaged in your community; and
- Have fun!
What are my responsibilities?
- To do the best job you can
- Be punctual;
- Undertake what you agree to do;
- Let the volunteer coordinator know if you are unable to work;
- Respect the privacy of people you work with - Support other volunteers; - Be a team member; and
- Know your own limitations (e.g. time, physical needs, family commitments).
What can EACH offer me?
- Orientation, training and ongoing support to achieve your goals;
- A safe, supportive and caring environment; and
- Acknowledgement of your valued contribution through social events.
How can I become a volunteer?
To become a volunteer with each, an initial interview is required as well as the completion of a registration form and signing of the organisation’s privacy statement.
A National Police Check is compulsory when applying for volunteer positions at EACH. For positions which involve working with children, a Working with Children Check is also required. EACH meets the cost of these checks following acceptance of your registration.
To make an appointment, or for further information on volunteering at each contact the Coordinator, Volunteer Program on 03 9871 1800 or email volunteering@each.com.au
Jul08
saturDADS Playgroup
Posted on 08 Jul 2010 - Permalink
Want to spend some quality time with your child in the company of other dads and their children?
Looking to give your partner a break on a Saturday morning?
Dads, come and join us for a morning of fun with your (from birth up to school aged) children in a safe and stimulating environment.
This FREE monthly Saturday morning program for dads and their children commences on 10 July at Maroondah Social & Community Health Centre, 75 Patterson Street, Ringwood East (enter through St Stephens Uniting Church carpark in Freeman Street).
Starting at 9.30am with fun activities and finishing at 11.30am with free play and story time. Morning tea is provided.
For further details contact Alistair on 9837 3999.
May13
National Volunteer Week
Posted on 13 May 2010 - Permalink
10 to 16 May 2010
This week is National Volunteers Week.
We would like to acknowledge the contribution of our volunteers who give their time and energy to support EACH in providing locally based health and social support services to the community.
If you would like further information about volunteering at EACH go to http://www.each.com.au/volunteer/ or contact the Volunteer Coordinator on 9871 2657.
Apr29
Public Information Sessions - When Parents Separate…
Posted on 29 Apr 2010 - Permalink
Children should come first when considering parenting agreements. You may not need to go to court to resolve disputes. Find out more by attending any one of the weekly public information sessions run by the Ringwood Family Relationship Centre (RFRC). No cost however registration is a must. Please call 9871 6300 for further information or go to http://www.each.com.au/family-relationship-centre/.
Mar04
Break Free!
Posted on 04 Mar 2010 - Permalink
An introduction to understanding and living well with anxiety.
Overcome your fears in a safe and supportive group where you can learn a range of strategies to lessen the impact of anxiety in your life.
This eight week course commences on Friday, 23 April from 10.00am to 12.30pm at the Arrabri Community House in Bayswater North.
For further information contact the Intake Information and Referral Coordinator on 9837 3999.
Feb25
Live Music at Stage Club
Posted on 25 Feb 2010 - Permalink
The next performance to be held at the Stage Club will occur on Friday, 26 Febuary at Lifeworks, 9 Greenwood Avenue, Ringwood.
Live music commences at 5.30pm. Artists for the evening are vocalists/guitarists Christie Heart and Sally.
Stage Club is an alcohol free venue.