LinC Volunteer at Wellways Australia

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Empathy, Kindness, Listening Skills, Community Engagement, Support, Mental Health Awareness

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we’d love to hear from you. If you’d like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, click here Reconciliation | Wellways About the Opportunity The Life in Community (LinC) program is looking for volunteers with sound familiarity of the local community and a genuine interest in supporting people in their mental health recovery. LinC volunteers play an important part in supporting people to build confidence, connection and a sense of belonging within their local community. As a LinC volunteer, you will be matched with a participant and guided by them to explore what community means in their life. Each connection looks different and is shaped by the person you are matched with. This is a role in which you can draw on your own life experiences, curiosity and compassion to support someone to engage in activities that matter to them, at their own pace and in line with their goals and interests. A day in this role might include supporting someone to catch public transport, explore or rediscover interests and hobbies, build confidence using the internet or social networking sites, join social or interest based groups, or get to know their local area better. This could include places such as libraries, neighbourhood houses, gyms, parks, walking paths or galleries. Meetings usually take place weekly or fortnightly for one to two hours at a time with each match spanning up to 3 months. Please click here to download a copy of the volunteer profile to see further details relating to this role. About Life in Community The Life in Community volunteer program provides short term, one to one volunteer support to people who experience mental health challenges and would like support to strengthen their connection with their local community. Volunteers and participants meet in person and focus on accessible, everyday activities that support social connection and reduce isolation. About You We are looking for people who enjoy connecting with others and bring kindness, empathy and strong listening skills. A willingness to commit to regular catch ups, respect confidentiality, and practise self care while recognising personal limits is important. Our volunteers come from many walks of life, and we value the diversity of experience and perspective that each team member brings. You also bring: Willingness to commit to a regular volunteer schedule. 100 points of identification Evidence of right to work in Australia Evidence of, or a willingness to undergo a National Police Records Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check International Police Check required in some circumstances NDIS Worker Orientation Module About Us Wellways are a team of approximately 2000 staff and 150 volunteers across 93 sites providing a range of programs, services and supports to people right across Queensland, New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Victoria and Tasmania. We remain committed to our mission, of creating inclusive communities where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential; and we are always on the look-out for like-minded people who would like to be a part of this. For further information or a confidential discussion about this role, we encourage you to contact Leanne Renfree, Volunteer Coordinator on 0468 568 042 or at lrenfree@wellways.org. To apply: Please submit a brief letter of introduction outlining your interest in joining our team and your involvement in the community. Wellways Australia Limited is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for roles within Wellways must undergo a screening process prior to their successful appointment. Job Description Summary We are looking for empathetic, caring and compassionate individuals to join our team to support people in their mental health recovery and empower them on their journey to living active and fulfilling lives. Culture We’re passionate about our work, which is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding. All of our teams work to ensure everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We know that people are unique and the experts on their life and are not defined by impairments, diagnosis or labels. We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ+ and First Nations communities. How to Apply This is your opportunity to join a values based, growing, innovative and nationally recognised organisation with over 2,000 staff members across 93 sites. Please select "Apply" below to complete your application. Applications Close 01/02/2026 Wellways is a leading not-for-profit mental health and disability support organisation operating in Queensland, New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, Victoria and Tasmania. Our services span mental health, disability and community care and reach more than 7000 people each year. Our 2000 staff work to create an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We connect people, strengthen families and transform communities for individuals of all ages experiencing disabilities or challenges to their social and emotional wellbeing. Our Practice Principles guide how we work and interact with participants and partners, with our colleagues and within our communities. To see our Practice Principles poster visit https://media.wellways.org/inline-files/ww383_Practice_Principles.pdf Wellways Australia Limited is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for roles within Wellways must undergo a screening process prior to their successful appointment We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us.

Responsibilities

LinC volunteers support individuals in their mental health recovery by helping them engage in community activities. Volunteers are matched with participants to explore their interests and build connections.