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Oamaru - Van Driver

Organisation:

Presbyterian Support Otago

Category:

Driving

Hours:

Working Hours

Locations:

Oamaru

Volunteer drivers are required for two hours once a month on a Tuesday afternoon a month from 1-3pm.

Iona care home are looking for people to drive their residents, in a van for outings or to and from social outings. Social engagement and meaningful activity are essential to a healthy, happy life, no matter what your age. Iona (a PSO Enliven home) is for people over 65 years and offers a range of social activities including discussions, presentations from guest speakers, singing and music, craft, outings, cooking and meals.

Supporting older persons in a simple, practical way is a wonderfully rewarding experience. Sharing just a little bit of your time can really make their day, and it might just make yours too. Be prepared for 'helper's high' as your volunteering can lead to a rush of euphoria and the release of endorphins!

Presbyterian Support Otago works to create a fair, just and caring community. Motivated by their Christian heritage, and in partnership with others, PSO works across the generations for positive change, strong families and healthy communities. In fulfilling their mission, they endeavour to act with Faith, Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Courage and Independence.

Requirements

  • A full clean drivers licence
  • Iona will pay for volunteers to do a driving test with the local driving school
  • Police check is required for this role
  • Common sense and good mobility, physically capable of assisting an elderly person to walk
  • Friendly, caring and love being around older people
  • A good sense of humour

A Police background check is required for this role.

Time commitment

One Tuesday a month from 1:15 - 3:00pm. Volunteer drivers are part of a monthly roster with other drivers.

Getting started

The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.

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