Starlight’s mission is to brighten the lives of seriously ill children, young people and their families. Our team is a wonderful community of positive, committed people who share Starlight’s values and love to help others.
Starlight Moments is our program that supports families with a child in palliative care. We provide tailored, ongoing moments of positive distraction to all members of the family.
We are looking for a very special to person to help support the Starlight Moments Team with the large number of activities and special occasions the program celebrates. We are seeking support
3-5 days per week, assisting with researching, purchasing and sending gifts, surprises and other items to families in the Moments Program.
Tasks will include: - liaising with Moments team members
- thinking creatively about presents and items to suit each individual
- confidently asking for donated and discounted items
- purchasing items and reconciling invoices/receipts
- logging any donations and keeping accurate records
- arranging timely delivery of gifts
- other admin tasks as required
What skills do we look for? - Organisational skills with great attention to detail
- Great communication skills, computer literacy, and phone manner
- Enthusiasm and willingness to help
- Positivity, emotional intelligence and strong professional boundaries.
- Eager to volunteer in person in our lovely Brisbane Office (South Bank), 3-5 days a week.
What’s the time commitment? - We are looking for someone who can volunteer 3-5 days per week (approximately 4-7 hours in day).
Anything else I should know?
Yes, and it’s important too! We’re committed to providing positive experiences in an environment that’s caring, nurturing and safe. Successful applicants will therefore undertake a Working With Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
We seek candidates from diverse backgrounds who will bring rich experience and perspective to the team, which we know will enhance our creativity and collective intelligence. We aim for our Starlight team to reflect the broader community, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people with diverse abilities and those who are mature aged or just starting out in their careers.
You need to be 18 or older to apply.
Interested?
If you’re excited about this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you! If you have any questions, or would like a copy of the Role Description, email Liberty at liberty.cherry@starlight.org.au.
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