Volunteering
Olympic Neighbourhood House is supported by a large group of dedicated volunteers like retired teachers, accountants, mums, university students and members of the local community. Our volunteers provide valuable weekly support to teachers in classes, assist with student learning activities, help students develop conversation skills and provide administration support to teachers. Prospective volunteers have an appointment with our Volunteer Coordinator to see if volunteer and organisational needs match. After being recruited, new volunteers are given an induction into the organisation and the volunteer program. It is important at Olympic Neighbourhood House that volunteers enjoy working with us and feel part of our community.
Ways to volunteer
Assist as a volunteer tutor working with a teacher in a class
Support people with disabilities in a special needs literacy class
Assist distributing course brochures biannually
Take photographs
Participate and help at festivals and events
Assist at community lunches
Assist at fundraising events including sausage sizzles
Nominate for Committee of Management
Benefits of being a volunteer
For many it is a chance to get out, make new friends and contribute to the community
Volunteers can use their new skills and experiences to assist in entering or reentering the workforce. Employers are often impressed by voluntary work experience listed on a resume
Some people like to continue to use their skills after retirement
Apply to be a Volunteer
If you would like to become a volunteer, please fill out the form below.