**About the Role**
South Port Day Links (SPDL) is looking for friendly, caring and reliable volunteers to support our group social outings for older people.
The Social Outings Support Volunteer works alongside the minibus driver to ensure participants enjoy secure, comfortable and enjoyable outings. The role involves assisting with passenger pick-ups and drop-offs, supporting participants when getting on and off the bus, and providing general assistance and companionship throughout the activities.

**Types of Outings**
SPDL currently organises three types of weekly group outings:

* *Lunch Group Outings:* Accompanying participants to various cafés, clubs or restaurants around Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula, providing opportunities for social connection and shared experiences.
* *Shopping Outings:* Supporting older people with weekly trips to local supermarkets, assisting them to access shops and complete their shopping.
* *Places of Interest Outings:* Accompanying participants on visits to places of interest around Melbourne, including museums, gardens, historic buildings, art galleries and other local attractions.

**Key Duties and Responsibilities**

* Assist the mini bus driver with passenger pick-ups and drop-offs.
* Provide assistance to participants when getting on and off the mini bus, ensuring their safety and comfort.
* Support the driver in monitoring passenger safety during transport.
* Assist participants during outings and activities, providing practical help where required.
* Offer friendly conversation, companionship and encouragement to promote social interaction and participation.
* Help ensure participants feel welcome,



included and comfortable throughout the outing.
* Communicate any concerns or issues regarding participants' wellbeing or safety to the driver and the Volunteer Program Coordinator.

**Time Commitment**
A minimum commitment of one outing per week, for approximately 3 to 5 hours, depending on the type of activity and destination.

**Skills and Personal Attributes**
We are looking for volunteers who are:

* Friendly, patient, approachable and compassionate.
* Reliable and punctual, with a genuine interest in supporting older people.
* Comfortable interacting with older people from diverse backgrounds.
* Helpful, attentive and able to respond to participants' needs.
* Good communicators and team players.
* Willing to assist with light physical tasks associated with passenger support, where appropriate.

**What We Offer**

* The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people.
* A rewarding volunteering experience in a friendly and supportive environment.
* Opportunities to explore local attractions and enjoy social activities as part of the volunteer role.
* Induction, training and ongoing support and guidance from the Volunteer Program Coordinator and SPDL team.

By volunteering with SPDL, you will help older people remain socially connected, active and engaged with their community.

** Category **
Community Services

** Commitment **
Regular - more than 6 months

** Type Of Work **
Companionship & Social Support,Disability Support,Seniors & Aged Care,

** Time Required **
A minimum commitment of one outing per week, for approximately 3 to 5 hours, depending on the type of activity and destination.

📌 Social Outings Support Volunteer (Port Melbourne)
🏢 South Port Day Links
📍 Port Melbourne