Employment Cultural Support Volunteer
vor 2 Wochen
Position Purpose Employment Cultural Support Worker Volunteers play a vital role in empowering people seeking asylum to confidently engage with the Employment Program. Working alongside Career Coaches and the Employment team, they help members navigate the Australian job market, provide cultural insights and foster trust throughout the job search journey. About the Program: Employment Program The ASRC Employment Program helps people seeking asylum gain skills, confidence and access to meaningful work. It offers career coaching, job readiness training and employer connections to overcome barriers and build pathways to employment in a supportive, inclusive environment. Organisational context The Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) is Australia's largest independent organisation providing aid, employment, health services, and advocacy for people seeking asylum. Powered by over 500 volunteers and 200 staff, we create welcoming and inclusive environments. Our organisational values are Welcoming, Authentic, Courageous, and Collaborative . Key Responsibilities Welcome and induct members into the Employment Program, explaining its purpose and mutual responsibilities Support members in navigating the Australian employment system and job‑seeking practices Provide cultural guidance to Career Coaches to improve communication and member comfort Encourage member participation and motivation throughout their employment journey Act as a cultural bridge to foster trust and understanding between clients and staff Assist members during appointments, workshops, and group sessions Maintain confidentiality and accurate records of member engagement What Were Looking For Essential Commitment to the rights of people seeking asylum and ASRC values (Collaboration, Welcome, Courage, Authenticity) Good communication and teamwork skills Multilingual, with Level 3 English proficiency (able to communicate effectively in English and interpret information for clients) Demonstrated ability to build rapport and trust with people from diverse cultural backgrounds Ability to clearly explain processes, obligations and expectations in a culturally appropriate and empathetic manner Intermediate computer and data entry skills Reliability and willingness to commit to agreed volunteer hours Desirable Lived experience of seeking asylum Knowledge of the policy context of practice with asylum seekers visa categories/conditions, and the barriers faced by people seeking asylum in Australia Category Community Services Commitment Regular - more than 6 months Time Required Typical commitment is 1 shift per week from 9:30am – 4:00pm, for a minimum period of 12 months, with some flexibility. Shift day can be on either Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday. Training Police Check, Working with Children Check, Volunteer Agreement, Volunteer Training #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Employment Cultural Support Volunteer
vor 2 Wochen
City of Melbourne, Österreich Asylum Seeker Resource Centre VollzeitPosition Purpose Employment Cultural Support Worker Volunteers play a vital role in empowering people seeking asylum to confidently engage with the Employment Program. Working alongside Career Coaches and the Employment team, they help members navigate the Australian job market, provide cultural insights and foster trust throughout the job search journey....
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Cultural Support Volunteer: Empower Asylum Seekers
vor 2 Wochen
City of Greater Dandenong, Österreich Asylum Seeker Resource Centre VollzeitA community services organization is seeking Employment Cultural Support Worker Volunteers to empower people seeking asylum in navigating the job market. Responsibilities include providing cultural insights, supporting engagement, and fostering trust between clients and staff. Ideal candidates will possess good communication skills, commitment to the rights...
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Employment Program Cultural Liaison Volunteer
vor 2 Wochen
City of Melbourne, Österreich Asylum Seeker Resource Centre VollzeitA leading community support organization in Melbourne seeks committed volunteers for the role of Employment Cultural Support Worker. You will assist people seeking asylum in navigating the job market, providing cultural insights and fostering trust during their job search. Applicants should have strong communication skills and a passion for supporting...
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General Gardening Volunteer
Vor 4 Tagen
City Of Greater Geraldton, Österreich Geraldton Cultural Trust VollzeitDo you enjoy being outdoors and have an interest in nature and gardening? Geraldton Cultural Trust are seeking a Volunteer Gardener. This position will suit a person who's contented to work alone, who enjoys being outside in the fresh air and working in a peaceful environment. This volunteering role would ideally suit a person who has an interest in...
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Recruitment Support Volunteer
vor 3 Wochen
City of Melbourne, Österreich SEEK Volunteer VollzeitThe Recruitment Support Volunteer is responsible for screening ASRC clients to determine their suitability to advertised jobs. The volunteer will ensure clients’ skill set and job readiness match the eligibility and requirements of job opportunities and support them to secure meaningful and sustainable work. About the Program: Employment Program The...
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English Tutor Volunteer
vor 2 Wochen
City of Greater Dandenong, Österreich Melbourne AMEP Volunteer Tutor Scheme VollzeitAre you looking for a rewarding volunteer job? The Volunteer Tutor Scheme provides free one-to-one English tutoring to recently arrived refugees and migrants. Join us if you are reasonably fluent in English and have empathy for refugees and migrants. Responsibilities Provide one-to-one English tutoring to refugees and migrants. Support learners in settling...
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Career Navigator
vor 1 Woche
City of Melbourne, Österreich Asylum Seeker Resource Centre VollzeitA leading community support organization is looking for a committed volunteer as an Employment Cultural Support Worker in Melbourne. The role involves assisting individuals seeking asylum in navigating the job market, providing essential cultural insights, and fostering trust. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a passion for...
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Client Support Volunteer
vor 2 Wochen
City of Greater Dandenong, Österreich Asylum Seeker Resource Centre VollzeitAbout the role As a Client Support Volunteer at the Refugee Resource Hub in Dandenong, you’ll play a key role in welcoming and supporting people seeking asylum. Your responsibilities will include conducting intake, providing information, and making referrals to internal and external services. You’ll be part of a compassionate, multidisciplinary team...
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Employment Consultant
vor 1 Woche
City of Greater Dandenong, Österreich APM Employment Services VollzeitEmployment Consultant - IEA position with APM Employment Services in Dandenong, VIC as part of the Inclusive Employment Australia Program . Are you passionate about supporting people with disability to secure employment that could change their life? Do you have a knack for identifying an individual’s employment match? If so, you could be our next...
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Youth Volunteer
vor 2 Wochen
City of Greater Dandenong, Österreich Greater Dandenong Volunteer Resource Service for CMY - Dandenong VollzeitGreater Dandenong Volunteer Resource Service for CMY - Dandenong – Dandenong VIC Ucan2 supports the social inclusion of young people from refugee and migrant backgrounds. Ucan2 runs once a week for 16 weeks at multiple sites across Melbourne. Our committed and passionate volunteers attend their allocated site on the same day each week, for 2-3 hours in the...
