Community Participation & Peer Support Volunteer A friendly conversation, a helping hand, or simply being there can make a real difference in someone's life.

DPV Health is looking for compassionate volunteers to support people participating in the Pathways to Wellbeing Program.

As a Community Participation & Peer Support Volunteer, you'll help people build confidence, connect with their community, and take part in activities that support their health and wellbeing.

This is a rewarding chance to make a positive impact while gaining valuable experience and helping create a more inclusive and connected community.

Commitment: 2-4 hours per week

Location: Community-based across Melbourne's northern suburbs

About the role

As a volunteer, you'll provide one-on-one support and encouragement to help people engage in their community and achieve their goals.

You may

- Accompany clients to social, recreational or wellbeing activities
- Provide friendship, encouragement and positive support
- Help clients find and access community services and programs
- Assist with planning transport and attending activities
- Support clients with simple registrations and paperwork
- Help reduce social isolation and build confidence and independence

About you You are someone who enjoys connecting with people and making others feel welcome and valued.





You'll be

- Friendly, compassionate and reliable
- A good listener and confident communicator
- Respectful of people from all backgrounds and life experiences
- Passionate about helping others feel connected, included and supported

Requirements To be eligible for this role, you will need:

- A current Victorian Driver Licence
- A Working with Children Check
- A National Police Check
- An NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
- The ability to travel within the community as required

Why volunteer with DPV Health? Volunteering with DPV Health is an opportunity to give back to your community while creating meaningful connections with others. You'll be helping people build confidence, reduce isolation, and participate more fully in community life.

Most importantly, you'll know that your time, compassion and support have helped someone feel less alone and more connected.

Join the DPV Health volunteer team

If you're looking for a rewarding volunteer opportunity where you can make a genuine difference in someone's life, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help create healthier, happier and more connected communities.

To apply, send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

📌 Community Participation & Peer Support Volunteer (Melbourne)
🏢 DPV Health
📍 Melbourne