Have you completed your own ACD? Do you enjoy talking to people about their lives, are you passionate about older people’s rights and want to join a new project?
Then the role of Advance Care Directive Volunteer may interest you. In this role you would attend our community ACD workshops alongside Council Staff to share project resources, assist community members learn more about ACD and increase their confidence to complete their own ACD.
This role is part of the ACD Peer-led Workshop Project, so there is dedicated support and training about ACD provided for you. There is also the opportunity to provide feedback contributing to the ongoing delivery and improvement of this innovative project.
Location
The position will be based at various workshop locations within the City of Onkaparinga.
Key activities
- Support staff to deliver and evaluate ACD workshops
- Build rapport with workshop attendees and share project resources
- Facilitate workshop activities in a confidential and supportive manner
- Communicate any difficulties and issues to the appropriate Volunteer Coordinator
- Support project feedback and evaluation
Essential skills, knowledge and personal qualities
- Good communication and inter-personal skills
- Ability to build rapport with community members
- Non-judgemental approach supporting others to reflect on their values and wishes
- Strong organisation and attention to detail
- Ability to be reliable, flexible and adaptable
If you are interested in this volunteer role contact Judith Lowe, Active Ageing Project Officer
8384 0161 or email Judith.Lowe@onkaparinga.sa.gov.au or consider attending a workshop to find out more.