Volunteer with Us

Volunteer with Picabeen

Volunteering can provide a healthy boost to your self-confidence, self-esteem, and life satisfaction. You are doing good for others and the community, which provides a natural sense of accomplishment. Your role as a volunteer can also give you a sense of pride and identity.

Volunteering is a great way to meet new people and build healthy relationships. It strengthens your ties to the community and exposes you to people with similar interests. Volunteering also gives you the opportunity to practise and develop your social skills.

We have a wide variety of volunteer positions to suit different skills, abilities and interests.

Positions are available at our centre in Mitchelton and also at our second-hand clothing store in Keperra.

If you can spare some time, please contact us to see how you can get involved in your community.

Some of the roles that might be of interest are:

Thursday Ability Art/Craft Class 10am-12pm

Tuesday BBQ, set up/ pack up, cooking, serving, greeting. 11am-1pm

Monday and Friday, Playgroup coordinator, set up/ pack up, activities. 9am-11.30am

Gender

Male Female Other

Employment Status

Do you identify as any of the following:

Aboriginal person Torres Strait Islander person Person with a disability Person from a non-English speaking background

How did you hear about volunteering at Picabeen?

Are you applying for a particular volunteer position?

Yes No

If yes, what is the position?

If no, What areas interest you at the centre?

How often would you like to volunteer?

How many hours would you like to volunteer?

Time Availability - Monday

Have you volunteered before?

Yes No

If yes, please provide details - Organisation

It is a requirement to link a Blue Card when volunteering at Picabeen - you can apply online, or complete a Blue Card form if you dont hold a current Blue Card - Do you require assistance to complete this process?

Yes No

Please provide details of relevant qualifications, if any:

Please provide details of work experience, if any ( You may choose to attach your resume)

Do you consent being added to our mailing list?

Yes No

Do you consent to your photo being taken to appear in promotional material ( including on-line platforms)?

Yes No

We have mandatory Volunteer training, do you have any obstacles to completing the training?

Yes No

Do you agree to participate in annual refresher training?

Yes No

Do you have any medical conditions which could limit your ability to perform any tasks? - If so please provide details:

Would you like to become a member of Picabeen Community Association Inc? - If yes , please complete separate membership form

Yes No

Please provide details of a person we can contact during an emergency - Name

Please provide details of a referee: Name

Declaration

I declare that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that Picabeen may conduct reference and background checks as part of the application process. I understand that after 3 months of volunteering, I will undergo a review. I will attend mandatory volunteer training presented at Picabeen within 12 months. I have read and accept and agree to abide by Picabeen Community Association's Code of Conduct. I understand that failure to comply with the Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action

CODE OF CONDUCT AGREEMENT

To View our Code of Conduct please see our website https://picabeen.org.au/about/policies-and-strategic-plan/ or a hardcopy is available in the office

In complying with the Code of Conduct staff, volunteers, students, contractors and members of the Management Committee will adhere to the following:

Observe all policies and procedures, rules and regulations of Picabeen Community Association Inc at all times Comply with all Federal, State and local laws and regulations as it applies to Picabeen Community Association Maintain a high degree of ethics, integrity, honesty and professionalism in dealing with colleagues, clients and members of the wider community Adhere to Workplace Health and Safety Policy Take reasonable steps for ensuring own health, safety and welfare in the workplace, as well as that of colleagues, clients and members of the community Maintain the confidentiality of Picabeen Community Association Inc's operations in relation to service activities, confidential information and documentation and work practices at all times including the cessation of paid employment or voluntary commitments