School Based Homework Tutor - Dee Why and Narraweena Public
School Based Homework Tutor Broken Bay Diocesan Central Council 203/1 Katherine Street Chatswood NSW 2067 PO Box 1426 Chatswood NSW 2057 P: (02) 9415 1492 F: (02) 9415 3193 Website: www.vinnies.org.au Assisting the needs of young people Volunteer Role Title Location School Based Homework Tutor - Volunteer Role Service Overview Youth Reach is a Special Work of Broken Bay with over 20 years of experience in assisting young people and providing early intervention supports. We work with community and corporate partners to achieve sustainable outcomes for people accessing the service. Our primary focus is on young people who are at risk of homelessness, disengaging from the community or are at risk of social or financial disadvantage. Why we need you To assist in proving supports to young people in primary school and an after-school activities club. Must have good spoken and written English skills. What you will be doing Volunteers will work one on one or small groups of children with assistance from Youth Reach staff, with general activities, completing homework, communication and other support. Volunteers will work towards building positive relationships with young people • A willingness to be punctual, reliable and flexible • Ability to communicate well with children and young people in a positive, supportive and co-operative manner • Follow the Society’s policies and procedures • Sensitivity to different political / cultural / ethnic backgrounds and a respect for multiculturalism • Good listening skills, empathy and patience • Understanding and willingness to maintain Self Care What will be required of you Dee Why Public School and Narraweena Public School. How much time will you spend How will we help you We ask for a minimum commitment of 2.5 hours a day once a week. How to apply for the role To express interest in this role, please contact Rhonda Moore on 9907 2604 or email [email protected] What else you need to help Volunteers are required to complete the following: • Volunteer application form • Service orientation and role induction are provided at the service • Relevant training as determined by the role. However, the successful candidates will need to have basic skills outlined above Every day in NSW the Society helps thousands of people through Home Visitation, Hospital Visitation, Prison Visitation, Homeless Services for Men, Women and families, Migrants & Refugee Assistance, Support for those living with a mental illness, Supported Employment Services for People with an intellectual and other disabilities, Vinnies Centres, Overseas Relief, Disaster Recovery, Budget Counselling and Youth Programs. • Good character declaration • Code of conduct agreement • Police check • Working With Children’s Check • 2 satisfactory references What will you get from the engagement • Community engagement in a program where you will be appreciated • Utilising your skills to help people who are disadvantaged • Opportunity to acquire new skills and obtain a professional reference Start date April 2015 Probation Period 3 months End Date This role is open ended; however We are seeking volunteers who can offer at least three months commitment. What to know more If you want to find out more about this role, please contact Rhonda Moore on 9907 2604 or email [email protected] Every day in NSW the Society helps thousands of people through Home Visitation, Hospital Visitation, Prison Visitation, Homeless Services for Men, Women and families, Migrants & Refugee Assistance, Support for those living with a mental illness, Supported Employment Services for People with an intellectual and other disabilities, Vinnies Centres, Overseas Relief, Disaster Recovery, Budget Counselling and Youth Programs.
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