Purpose / Objective To assist the LGBTQIA Community coordinator in event and program delivery, coordination, administration and/or support tasks.

Variety of assignments available according to volunteer strengths and interests.

Commitment Period: Minimum 6 months

Days and hours required per week: 3-4 hours every fortnight. This may vary depending on the peer-group event.

Regular events happen on the first Thursday of the month (5-8:30pm).

Duties & Responsibilities

- Performing client registration processes prior to the activity and / or on the day of the activity
- Ensuring that clients have all the information required to meaningfully participate in events and programs of interest
- Attending the LGBTQIA Peer-Group activities and events, ensuring that a warm and inclusive environment is enjoyed by all participants
- Assisting with event set-up and pack down
- Ensuring that any wellbeing or safety concerns pertaining to clients are promptly shared with the appropriate ASC Staff
- Liaising with the Peer-Group Coordinator about connecting participants to the appropriate ASC services such as the Health, Employment or Complex Casework
- Assessing activity sites for hazards, responding to, and reporting hazards to ASC staff in a timely manner
- Communication with clients to seek feedback on ASC programs and services e.g. telephone surveys, recording ad hoc suggestions
- Coordinating opportunities to distribute free tickets to performances or shows and communicating outcomes to applicants and staff
- Contribute to the development of the assigned program in close collaboration with the coordinating staff member e.g. identify safe walking tracks for the bush walks




- Assist in developing relevant documentation related to improving services for those who identify as LGBTQIA
- Other as reasonably requested by the Line Manager

Selection Criteria

- Experience in working with people who identify as LGBTQIA and people from various backgrounds and cultures
- Strong organisation and time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills including active listening skills and the ability to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for people seeking asylum
- Ability to work collaboratively with other staff and volunteers
- Flexibility and willingness to take on extra tasks as appropriate
- Ability to adhere to policies in relation to code of conduct, boundaries and confidentiality
- Positive attitude and proactive approach to program development

Desirable

- Intermediate computer skills (confidence in using Google Workspace, the internet and emails)
- Familiarity with databases and/or ability to learn
- First Aid Certificate with a current CPR component
- Experience in managing and delivering events and community activities

General Conditions

All ASC staff and volunteers are required to:

- Adhere to ASC’s vision, purpose and values
- Act at all times per ASC’s Code of Conduct, Boundaries and Child Protection Policies
- Comply with Work, Health and Safety systems
- Comply with Incident Management Procedures and emergency protocols
- Demonstrate respectful and welcoming behaviour with all people at ASC in culturally appropriate ways
- Support a child protected organisation by undertaking screening for suitability to work with children and vulnerable people and to comply with relevant state/territory legislative requirements and willing to provide NSW police check if requested

📌 Community Participation Volunteer LGBTQI+ Peer-Group (Sydney)
🏢 Asylum Seekers Centre
📍 Sydney