Pillowcase Facilitator Volunteer - VIC

• On-going position
• Commitment:  At least one session per school term
• Availability:  School hours - Monday to Friday
• Location:  Victoria, your local area with opportunities to travel to support the program in other areas
• Help to save lives, build resilient communities and support people in disasters.

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 

Pillowcase Project is a disaster resilience education program designed to help children prepare psychologically and practically for an emergency.  Aimed at students in years 3 & 4, the one-hour workshop involves engaging discussions and interactive activities to help students:

• Understand and discuss the importance of being prepared for an emergency.
• Prepare their minds for the thoughts and feelings that may arise before, during or after an emergency.
• Know the difference between a need and a want item and what to pack in an emergency kit.

Each student is then given a pillowcase to decorate and take home to start their own emergency kit.

The opportunity 

This role would suit those wishing to educate children and/or youth using Red Cross content and resources in a classroom setting.  Time commitment will vary as delivery depends on school bookings; however, it is expected that you will deliver at least one session per school term.  Red Cross will ensure you receive adequate training, support, and access to other opportunities within the world’s largest humanitarian network.

The impact 

As a volunteer you will assist to build resilient communities and support people in disasters.  Educate children and families on the importance of being prepared for an emergency and gain valuable experience working in schools.

Application requirements

For this role you will be required to undertake a National Police Check, which will be organised through Red Cross. 

The role will also require you to hold or apply for a Working With Children Check.  Red Cross can assist you to apply for this check.  You will also be required to complete Children Safeguarding reference checking and completing the learning module.

To submit this an application you will need to upload a recent copy of your CV and/or provide details for two professional references.

Preferably hold a valid VIC Driver’s licence.

Further information 

To find out more about this opportunity please contact the VIC Pillowcase Coordinator Mat Bristow via emailvic_pillowcase@redcross.org.au

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