Recreation officer
Wellsprings for Women Inc

A Women’s only Centre based in Dandenong providing educational, social and recreational activities and programs for women in Dandenong, Casey and Cardinia. A child friendly environment, run by staff and dedicated group of volunteers. Programs offered include, English and computer literacy, living in Australia skills, art and craft, sewing, choir, dancing and yoga. There are additional programs offered at Wellsprings but may not be suitable for student participation.

Skills You Might Learn

Practical experience in answering calls, assisting in childcare, greeting clients, administrative tasks such as data collection and organising information. Assisting volunteers and staff in supporting women from various cultural backgrounds, helping them to learn practical skills of living in Australia.

Typical Tasks & Duties

You will assist with the administration with a team that run education, Childcare, recreation and social support programs for isolated women. You will also have the opportunity to assist tutors in conversation classes, computer classes and mentoring. There will be administrative tasks such as assisting with enrolments, program evaluations attendance lists and assisting with social media.

Student Requirements

As all programs are for women, this opportunity will only be eligible to a female student. Must have a keen interest in business admin in a community setting, be friendly and supportive and willing and interested in learning a range of tasks relevant to a not for profit organisation.

Dress Requirements

Neat casual and culturally sensitive. Please discuss with employer

Special Transport Requirements

Easily accessible by public transport

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• BSB20115 - Certificate II in Business
• BSB30115 - Certificate III in Business
• CHC22015 - Certificate II in Community Services
• CHC24015 - Certificate II in Active Volunteering
• CHC30113 - Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
• CHC32015 - Certificate III in Community Services