RCC provides a range of vital community services throughout the Redlands.
RCC is seeking volunteers to join their Emergency Relief Volunteer team. Volunteers will need to cover both the Capalaba and Wynnum offices as required.
Emergency Relief Volunteers assist people experiencing crisis in a way that maintains dignity and encourages self-reliance. A client accessing the program will be supported with wrap around support through services, information and advocacy.
Emergency Relief Volunteer tasks include:
- conducting assessments with clients in need who present to the RCC
- identifying and recommending or referring the client to additional services that are provided within RCC framework, or via outside agency networks
- having, or developing, knowledge of the different services and pathways of referral
- entering all client details onto a database accurately
Successful volunteers will need the following skills:
- to be able to communicate effectively
- have good problem solving skills and have the ability to work through challenging situations
- accepting of other people’s values and lifestyles
- ability to relate to people from various walks of life
- have a non-judgmental attitude
- ability to work within a team environment
- good computer skills
Successful applicants will have, or be prepared to obtain a Blue Card and National Police Check. RCC can assist with these.
RCC are seeking volunteers who can support the team in particular on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Full training will be provided to successful applicants.
This is a Centrelink approved activity.
For more information or to register your interest please follow the below link.