About the Position
This is a rewarding volunteer opportunity supporting two of Sacred Heart Mission’s key programs – the Women’s House and Dining Hall. The Flexi Volunteer role helps ensure that both programs continue to run smoothly. While primarily volunteering in the dining hall, this role will prioritise filling in and volunteering for the Women’s House when gaps/cancellations occur, including last minute cancellations. This flexible arrangement helps provide reliable volunteer coverage across both programs. It’s a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, teamwork, and being part of two dynamic and welcoming environments.
What we are looking for
We’re looking for friendly, reliable, and adaptable volunteers who enjoy working in a busy, community-focused environment. You’ll be part of a select pool of volunteers trained in both the Women’s House and Dining Hall program, helping maintain continuity of service and ensuring visitors receive the same warm and welcoming experience every day. If you’re someone who thrives on connection, teamwork, and supporting others with respect and empathy, we’d love to hear from you! Due to the nature of this role this position is open to women & women-identifying only.
Requirements:
- Police Check
- Working with Children Check
- Food Safety Training
About Sacred Heart Mission
Every day of the year, Sacred Heart Mission assists hundreds of people who are experiencing homelessness or disadvantage to find shelter, food, care and support. Through our wide-ranging homelessness services, research and innovation we strongly advocate for an inclusive, fair and compassionate community where people can overcome disadvantage and trauma.
Responsibilities
- Assist with meal service, food preparation, and general kitchen duties as directed by staff.
- Create a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for guests accessing the Women’s House or Dining Hall.
- Help set up, pack down, and clean dining areas, maintain cleanliness, and follow food safety guidelines.
- Engage with guests in a compassionate, non-judgmental way, upholding SHM’s values of dignity and inclusion.
- Be available to work flexibly between both programs as needed.
- To work with minimal supervision and to maintain clear boundaries with clients
Commitment
A minimum commitment of one shift per fortnight.
Shift times:
Mon – Thurs – 10:30am – 1:30pm
Fri – 9.15am – 1pm
To Apply
Apply online via the link below.
We will then conduct an in person interview and if successful you need to willing undergo a Police check and a Working with Children Check.