Join our Volunteer Street Team in Hobart helping keep Party People Safe!

Job description

ABOUT US The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity. Are you up for a challenge? Passionate about helping keep young people in our community safe? Keen to volunteer and give back, but not available for 9-5 weekday programs? Become part of a team that's making a real difference. Recogni s ed with the 2025 MAIB Community Safety Award, Street Team volunteers help ke ep party people safe, supported and connected every weekend. We also provide support for events such as New Years Eve and Cage night What you’ll do: Provide First Aid and Mental Health First Aid, supporting people in crisis or medical emergencies Promote safe nights out through engagement with party goers , harm reduction, and safe transport support Collaborate with emergency services and venue security ​ Role Details: Volunteer on Friday and/or Saturday nights with shifts approx. 9:30pm-3:00am Located in Salamanca & Hobart CBD Volunteer as often as suits yo u T raining and ongoing support provided Volunteers operate in pairs, with a support worker / coordinator always on hand Requirements: Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) Excellent Communication skills Open-minded and a desire to learn Work well within a small team Prior training and/or experience in first aid, mental health first aid , etc. are desirable, but not essential. Why volunteer with Street Teams? Gain real-world experience in frontline community services and crisis response Develop skills such as first aid and mental health first aid Work closely with emergency services and community partners Meet like-minded people Make a meaningful difference in your community Development opportunities with this role: This role will give volunteers an opportunity to develop skills and build experience in working with people experiencing vulnerabilities. The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child related roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Additionally, certain volunteer roles may require a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.