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A Community Volunteer gives their time to help other people in need. You might work with a not-for-profit group, a community services provider or a government organisation. Community Volunteers assist with a range of tasks or they may simply provide companionship for people in care such as in a hospital or a nursing home. You might also volunteer your time with fundraising or administrative tasks.
To be a Community Volunteer you’ll need to have excellent listening skills. You’ll need to be able to follow directions and communicate well with people in a range of settings. Community Volunteers should be understanding and patient. You might also have to be flexible with the tasks you do.
There are 4 courses available for people who want to become a Community Volunteer.
Possible job outcomes:
Are you looking for a rewarding career (or volunteer placement) in community services? Learn how to support homeless persons with the CHC42221 Certificate IV in Housing (Homelessness Support Work). This nationally recognised qualification begins with communication and social skills, then introduces you to the unique needs and vulnerabilities of people living rough. You’ll learn how to work with people at risk of homelessness, provide advocacy and representative services, and gain an understanding of how previous trauma can lead to homelessness. Enquire now for entry requirements, community service career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 24 months.
If you want to volunteer at an Australian non-profit or charity you would benefit from the CHC24015 Certificate II in Active Volunteering. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to be an effective volunteer while communicating with a diverse range of people. The course covers personal safety and wellbeing, interpersonal skills, problem solving and basic administration. Enquire now for entry requirements and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 6 months.
If you want to volunteer at a community service organisation in Australia you would benefit from the CHC14015 Certificate I in Active Volunteering. You will learn how to be an effective volunteer and communicate with a wide range of people. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, graduation outcomes and enrolment centres near you..
If you’re a community volunteer you would benefit from the Certificate III in Active Volunteering (CHC34015). This nationally recognised qualification prepares you for all types of Australian volunteer placements. Enquire now for the list of study options and enrolment dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
In Australia, Community Volunteers are generally not paid for their work. You may be given some funds to cover your expenses but you will be donating your time for free.
The number of people working as a Community Volunteer has remained steady over the last five years. There are currently 24,400 community workers in Australia and many of them specialise as a Community Volunteer. Community Volunteers may work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’d like to become a Community Volunteer you could consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Active Volunteering. This course will prepare you for volunteer work in a range of settings and you can choose electives to suit your area of interest. You might choose to study volunteering in aged care, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations, community education, migrant services, healthcare or mental health services.
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Here are some potential career pathways within social work. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Social Work
Community Volunteer
Salary not available
Community Worker
$962 weekly pay
Support Worker
$960 weekly pay
Volunteer Coordinator
Aboriginal Community Care Worker
$1,050 weekly pay
Caseworker
$1,350 weekly pay
Community Arts Worker
$1,183 weekly pay
Community Corrections Officer
$1,150 weekly pay
Community Development Officer
$1,802 weekly pay
Community Development Worker
Community Support Worker
$1,382 weekly pay
Crisis Support Worker
$1,250 weekly pay
Healthcare Social Worker
$1,736 weekly pay
Hospital Social Worker
Humanitarian Aid Worker
Outreach Worker
Palliative Care Social Worker
Senior Support Worker
Social Worker
Community Development Manager
$1,920 weekly pay
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