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Volunteer Visitor - First Nations Community (Female Identified Role)

ACVVS Riverina Community College

We are seeking a compassionate and culturally grounded Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander volunteer to provide social visits and companionship to an older First Nations woman living in a rural community. This role is about connection, respect and supporting cultural wellbeing through regular visits, conversations, and shared time.

Key responsibilities are:

  • Spend time visiting and yarning with the client in her home or community setting.

  • Provide companionship and emotional support.

  • Respect and support cultural practices, values, and identity.

  • Help reduce loneliness and strengthen community connection.

Who are we looking for:

  • Identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

  • Female-identifying volunteering (to respect cultural and personal preferences).

  • Warm, patient, and respectful nature.

  • Strong listening and communication skills.

  • Understanding of, or willingness to learn about, cultural protocols and community expectations.

  • Reliable and able to maintain appropriate boundaries.

Desirable (but not essential)

  • Experience working with Elders or in community care.

  • Connection to local community or region.

  • Driver's licence and access to transport.

What you will gain

  • Opportunity to support and connect with an Elder in a meaningful way.

  • Contribute to cultural safety and wellbeing.

  • Build skills in community support and aged care.

  • Ongoing support and guidance from the coordinating organisations.

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