• Volunteer Application Form

    Thank you for applying to be a volunteer at The Rock Community Church. We are passionate about creating a safe space for all vulnerable people and appreciate your attention to detail in completing this application. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact your ministry leader or email safety@therock.net.au

  • Ministry Area

  • Working with Vulnerable People Card

    Before volunteering at The Rock you must apply and be approved for a Working with Vulnerable People Card (WWVP).
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    How to apply for a Working with Vulnerable People Card.

    • Complete a Volunteer application, including The Rock’s organisation details listed below.
    • Print the application receipt or write down your reference number
    • Pay the application fee (online by credit card) or at any Service Tasmania.
    • Have your photo taken at any Service Tasmania.

    Organisation Details:

    • The Rock Community Church - 2 Dooley Street, Penguin, Tas 7316 Australia
    • What is your job title or Volunteer role? Child Related Religious Activity
    • In what capacity are you engaged in this activity? - Volunteer
    • Contact: Peta Silby
    • Contact Number: (03) 6437 1934
    • Contact Email: safety@therock.net.au
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  • Please email your WWVP Card to safety@therock.net.au once you have recieved it.

  • Personal Details

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  • Contact Details

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  • Emergency Contact Details

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  • Personal References

    Before your application can be approved, please provide details of two people who you have known for more than three years and who have agreed to be your personal referees. Neither should be a family member or a friend.
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  • Tell us More About You

  • First Aid

    Please complete if you currently hold a First Aid certificate.
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  • Food Handling License

    Please complete if you currently hold a Food Handling license.
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  • Drivers Declaration

    Please complete if you will be driving children or vulnerable people as part of your volunteer role.
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  • By completing this application I agree to the following:

    • I will drive carefully and follow all road rules.
    • I will ensure that all passengers always wear a seat belt.
    • I will not drive under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or permit smoking within the vehicle.
    • I have a Clean Driving Record 1 (Definition of a clean driving record is: - no more than 4 points in 12 months inclusive of probationary drivers).
    • I will notify team of any probationary action recorded against my driving.

  • Questions of Disclosure & Prior Conduct

    We realise that these questions may be sensitive and challenging to answer, however we appreciate your honesty and your willingness to disclose information that could affect the safety of places, programs and people. Please note that answers will not automatically rule an applicant in/out of ministries and will be kept confidential. Information will be only be used for compliance, screening and supporting purposes.

  • Rock Safe Practices

    Creating a safe and supportive environment for all children, youth and vulnerable people.

  • Volunteer Responsibilities & Expectations

    • Committed to being an active, fully present and participating member of the team.
    • Under no circumstances are leaders to be on their own with children/youth.
    • Under no circumstances are leaders to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs before or during ministry.
    • When on team be mindful of boundaries, even with your own family.
    • Attend Team Meetings as required and attend yearly Rock Safe Ministries event.
    • Always check-in all group participants using Elvanto.
    • Submit roster unavailabilities ahead of time and text ASAP in the case of short notice absences.
    • Ministry Team Leader to always be present during program.
    • Only fully licensed drivers, with an accompanying adult, to transport others and no picking up or dropping off children without parents prior consent.
    • If you have an issue concerning safety in a ministry or in any area at all concerning the Rock, you must file a Safe Church Concerns Report at www.therock.net.au/safety
    • If you are exposed to any disclosure and/or suspicions of harm. You must report this to your Ministry Team leader. It’s never your role to interview or investigate, your role is to report.

  • Appropriate Volunteer Behaviour

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  • Volunteer Agreement

  • I consent to the information and disclosed answers contained in this application to be kept by the Rock Community Church for the use of ChildSafe screening and appointment purposes.

    I have read, understood and will act in accordance with the Rock Safe Practices, promising to commit myself to team responsibilities and behave with appropriate behaviour to help create a safe environment for all children, youth and vulnerable people.

    I know how to find support at www.therock.net.au/safety

    To the best of my knowledge I have honestly, fully and truthfully answered all questions and I am committed to updating these responses if circumstances change in the future.

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