{"id":1398,"date":"2026-05-07T11:46:25","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T01:46:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gcc.clients.ionata.com.au\/?page_id=1398"},"modified":"2026-06-02T17:43:38","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T07:43:38","slug":"volunteering","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.gcc.tas.gov.au\/ja\/our-city\/things-to-see-and-do\/volunteering\/","title":{"rendered":"\u30dc\u30e9\u30f3\u30c6\u30a3\u30a2"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s so much good happening right outside your door\u2014and you can be part of it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While council programs do a lot, there are plenty of local groups and neighbours doing amazing things that could use a helping hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it\u2019s joining a clean-up day, helping out at a community event, or just checking in on someone nearby, every bit counts. Volunteering doesn\u2019t have to be formal\u2014just friendly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out new opportunities to volunteer at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/volunteeringtas.org.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Volunteering Tasmania<\/a>&nbsp;(external link).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Can Volunteers Do? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Roles vary widely and include activity support, animal care, childcare, school assistance, committee work, computer support, driving, emergency services, food preparation, fundraising, gardening, mentoring, office work, retail assistance, shopping support, and befriending isolated community members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These things can include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>activity support \u2013 art\/craft etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>animal carer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>child carer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>classroom helper or excursion assistant at a school<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>committee member \u2013 Secretary, Treasurer etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>computer support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>driver<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emergency Services \u2013 Volunteer Fire Brigade, SES etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>food preparation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>fundraiser<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>gardener<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>lawn mower<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>mentor to young people<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>office worker<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>retail assistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>shopping helper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>visitor\/befriender<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>volunteer coordinator<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your Rights as a Volunteer <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Volunteers have the right to say no to tasks they&#8217;re uncomfortable with, receive clear role descriptions and appropriate training, be consulted on matters affecting their work, and have a safe working environment with insurance coverage and access to organisational policies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a volunteer you have the right to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>be able to say no if you aren\u2019t comfortable with, or haven\u2019t agreed to something<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>be supported in your activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>have a clear understanding of your role e.g. be provided a job description<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>be given the appropriate guidance\/training etc. if necessary to carry out your job<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>be consulted on things that affect you and your work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>have a safe working environment (including being covered by insurance)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>be given access to organisation policies and procedures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your Responsibilities as a Volunteer <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As a volunteer you have a responsibility to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ask for support and\/or training as necessary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>be reliable and on time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>carry out any tasks you have agreed to<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>be trustworthy, respectful, and non-judgmental<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>maintain confidentiality<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Police Checks <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Most organisations require volunteers to undergo a Police Check to ensure the suitability of volunteers for the role they are wanting to undertake. This is not a difficult process and many organisations can support volunteers to undertake this. It is important to note that it can take around 4 weeks to get the results of this check. Visit the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.police.tas.gov.au\/\">Tasmania Police website<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Volunteer Awards <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Council recognises outstanding community contributions through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gcc.tas.gov.au\/ja\/%e7%a7%81%e3%81%9f%e3%81%a1%e3%81%ae%e8%a1%97\/events\/awards-and-ceremonies\/previous-winners-of-the-glenorchy-volunteer-awards\/\">Glenorchy Community and Volunteer Awards.<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s so much good happening right outside your door\u2014and you can be part of it! While council programs do a lot, there are plenty of local groups and neighbours doing amazing things that could use a helping hand. 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