Contribute to positive settlement experiences for refugees in your community by providing practical support to help refugees successfully acquire and maintain secure housing in the community, and build confidence as they start their new lives in Australia. 

• 6-month position
• Weekday and/or Weekend availability required
• Join the World’s largest humanitarian network

Why choose to volunteer with Red Cross?

• You can help improve lives and create a positive impact in your community
• It’s an opportunity to enhance your skills & knowledge & gain new experiences
• You’ll be helping Red Cross to support vulnerable people across Australia

The program 

The Humanitarian Settlement Program (HSP) offers vital support to refugees and humanitarian entrants settling in Australia, including one-on-one casework, basic household goods, orientation and housing support.

It also includes practical support like helping our client’s link with Centrelink, Medicare, schools and other local services.

The opportunity 

As a Housing Support Volunteer you will play a key role by assisting clients with practical accommodation needs such as helping to set up their new home, supporting clients to secure long term accommodation, providing basic home inductions, and supporting clients with tips on how to maintain their leases. 

HSP volunteers are friendly, accepting, and flexible individuals, who are motivated to support the learning and comfortable settlement of newly arrived refugees. All the areas within the program are supported by the Red Cross caseworkers and Volunteer Engagement Officer. Training and ongoing development opportunities are offered as part of the program. 

The impact 

Red Cross volunteers are a vital connection between refugees and their new communities. As part of the Humanitarian Settlement Program, you will contribute to creating a friendly and inclusive environment that will help refugees feel welcome.

Your impact will be tangible, and you will see your contribution making a different to someone’s life.   

Application requirements

• For this role you will be required to undertake a National Police Check, organised through Red Cross
• To submit this application you will need to upload a recent copy of your CV and/or provide details for two professional references. 
  
• The role will also require you to hold or apply for a Working With Children Check or Working With Vulnerable People Check depending on your State/Territory.  Red Cross can assist you to apply for this check.  

Further information 

To find out more about this opportunity please contact Faith Gachie at fagachie@redcross.org.au 

Thank you for considering volunteering at Red Cross. We also have great career opportunities, please visit our website https://www.redcross.org.au/careers/