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The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
Start your volunteer experience with The Salvation Army today! We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values; if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role, we invite you to review our current vacancies.
The Drive for Life program primarily supports young people aged between 16-25 who are overcoming adversity and need support to achieve their driver's licence. Drive for Life believes all young people should have the opportunity to achieve their goals and reach their full potential. Having a driver's licence is a key milestone in a young person's life and helps them move towards independence. Being able to drive gives young people the choice and control necessary to realise their education, employment, and housing goals.
Your role is first and foremost about supporting safe driving: role modelling it, speaking about it, and helping a young person practice and consolidate the driving skills learned with a professional Driving Instructor. As part of this role, you will sit in the car with the young driver and assist in logging the 120 hours of supervised driving required to sit the test.
In addition, you will provide constructive feedback, model respectful communication, patience, and clear boundaries. Volunteer Mentors have a strong ability to demonstrate empathy, consistency, reliability and promote safe and stable relationships.
Volunteers are intrinsic to the success of the program and participant; they will be providing much needed ongoing support and mentorship to program participants. To help set volunteers up for success, they will be provided with extensive and necessary training, ongoing support and become a valued member of the team. The Salvation Army will also provide a fully equipped vehicle for driving sessions with the young driver.
Volunteering with The Salvation Army is a great opportunity to actively support one of Australia's largest not-for-profit organisations. It will also help you gain experience, skills and knowledge in a highly supportive environment. At The Salvation Army we care about our volunteers and are dedicated to ensuring your experience is both rewarding and memorable. You can go home every day knowing you've contributed to something special.
Qualifications and Experience Requirements for the Role:
Enjoy working with young people.
Ability to build trust and rapport with young people through effective communication and relationship building.
Flexible and Patient.
Mandatory Requirements for the Role:
Willingness to undertake The Salvation Army's Criminal History Record Check (at the organisation's expense).
Willingness to obtain a Working with Children Check.
Willingness to engage in training provided for the role.
Current unrestricted Driver License and 5 years safe driving record.
Time Commitment:
Willingness to engage in training provided.
2 hours or more a week/fortnight.
7 days flexible (Morning and Evenings available).
Minimum 3-month commitment.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child related roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Additionally, certain volunteer roles may require a National Police Check.
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