Volunteering at HCSG

HCSG began as a volunteer run organisation in July 1983 and Volunteers remain an integral part of the organisation.

Volunteer positions include:

• driving consumers to medical and hospital appointments,
• assisting in Day Centre activities (craft, outings, games, Mens Group),
• social support
• recreation "Buddy" for people with disabilities
• other short term special projects.

Your involvement as a volunteer would add value to any program or project you decide to become involved in. As a volunteer you will incur no out-of-pocket expenses and you will have access to insurance cover, social activities, training and learning opportunities. You will also enjoy working with a great team of people, building friendships and being part of a new experience.

HCSG Volunteers are required to complete a Volunteer Registration Form, complete a Confidentiality Agreement and give HCSG permission to obtain a Police Clearance (at no cost to the volunteer).

Community Service Program (Volunteering) for School Students

The West Australian Education Department has started a Community Service Program to help secondary school students understand the value of giving to their community. Students are required to complete a minimum of 20 hours voluntary services within their community. Completion of the hours is a requirement of the WA Certificate of Education (WACE) for students finishing year 12 from 2009.

HCSG has introduced a program to involve students in activities that help others and benefit them.

HCSG requires students to provide a signed:

• letter of recommendation from themselves,
• HCSG Community Service Agreement, and
• HCSG Confidentiality Agreement for Student Placements.

Please see Community Service Options for areas of work or contact Samantha McDonald, Volunteer Coordinator, on 9295 6155 or email: samwah@hcsg.com.au.

At HCSG we embrace the philosophy of people working together to build a stronger community.