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Volunteering

Volunteers are the backbone of our organisation and without them our centres could not function. Funnily enough, most volunteers believe they are the ones who gain from their involvement. Volunteering as a Community Information Worker is rewarding and challenging work; the basis for new friendships and a sense of contributing to the community.

To be a Community Information Worker requires completion of the nationally accredited 50-hour certificate course 'CHCCS6B Assess and Deliver Services to Clients with Complex Needs'; and attending supervised on-the-job training at one of our centers. Volunteers usually commit to one four hour shift per week after completing their course. 

The role of a Community Information volunteer may include:-

• interviewing people who need assistance with a range of issues
  
  
• sourcing information through a range of resources which may
  include databases, the Internet, directories and pamphlets
  
  
• providing practical assistance, through advocacy and negotiation, filling out forms, referring and making appointments with other services and providing emergency relief
  
  
• record keeping and statistical recording
  
  
• working with others as a team, supporting the aims and objectives of the agency
  
  
• attending training sessions

Anyone interested in volunteering should contact the Manager, Hampton East Centre.

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How You Can Help

Tax Deductible Donations and Grants

BayCISS assists people in crisis by providing Emergency Relief in the form of food and vouchers; in conjunction with information and referral to other community services and activities. 

Our Education Support Program also provides funding for families experiencing difficulty in paying education expenses such as camps, excursions, books and uniforms.

Donations are tax deductible.

Donated Goods

BayCISS is always seeking donations of the following goods:

• Non-perishable and non-date expired groceries

• Hygiene items

• Baby goods such as nappies and formula

• Christmas fare for our hampers

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