Volunteer Full Application Form

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Extended Families embraces the vibrant diversity of our community and is committed to fostering inclusivity for all. We actively promote social inclusion and welcome applications from individuals with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, as well as the LGBTIQA+ community.

At Extended Families, we wholeheartedly commit to creating a culturally safe environment that honors and empowers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and adults, actively opposes racism, and ensures their full participation and wellbeing within our organisation.

Extended Families is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of all children. Discrimination is not tolerated, and we treat every child with dignity and respect.

Currently our Volunteer opportunities are based in the South/ South East of Melbourne area.
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Full legal name:* This field is required.
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Preferred name:
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Email address:* This field is required.
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Phone number:* This field is required.
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Date of birth
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How did you hear about this position?
Extended Families' Website
Indeed
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Ethical Jobs
Extended Families staff member or volunteer
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Please list the name of the Extended Families staff member, volunteer or service user you heard about us from.
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If you can speak, read or write languages other than English, please detail below:
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Are you currently authorised to volunteer in Australia?* This field is required.If not, please do not continue with this form
Yes - permanent resident or Australian/New Zealand citizen
Yes - current visa with permission to volunteer
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VISA details:
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Do you have any illness or injury that may effect your ability to perform this role?* This field is required.
YESNO
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If yes, please provide the details and any current restrictions it may have on your ability to perform the role. Please detail any ways that we might be able to reasonably accommodate your needs to enable you to safely perform the role.
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Have you ever served any part of a sentence of imprisonment, or been charged with any criminal offence that has been proven against you?* This field is required.
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Has any disciplinary action been taken against you by any current or former employer or organisation, including any action that resulted in termination of employment or engagement?This includes any finding of improper or unprofessional conduct by any court or tribunal of any kind and any investigations that you have been the subject of by an employer, law enforcement agency or any integrity body or similar in Australia or in another country.
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Please provide detail:
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Do you have any reason to believe that you have been excluded from working with people with a disability and may hold an NDIS Worker Screening Exclusion?* This field is required.
Yes, I have reason to believe I have a NDIS Worker Screening Exclusion
No, I do not believe I would be excluded from working with people with a disability and I agree to present or apply for and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance prior to volunteering.
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Does anyone in your immediate family work or volunteer for Extended Families, or use any of Extended Families services?* This field is required.
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If yes, please provide detail:
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Are you able to commit to volunteering for at least 12 months?
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I'd like to discuss this further
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When are you available to volunteer?
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Do you agree to present or apply for an NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, Volunteer* This field is required.
YESNO
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Do you require an International Police Check? You will need to provide one if you have resided overseas for 12 months or more in the last 10 years* This field is required.
Yes, and I am willing to obtain an International Police Check
Yes, and I have an International Police Check
No, I have not resided overseas for 12 months or more in the last 10 years
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Have you completed the NDIS worker orientation module, 'Quality, Safety and You'?* This field is required.
Yes, I can provide the certificate of completion
No, but I am willing to complete prior to commencement
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Do you have a current Driver License?* This field is required.
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Do you have regular and reliable access to an insured car? * This field is required.
YESNO
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Do you have previous experience supporting people with a disability in an informal, voluntary or paid capacity?* This field is required.
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If yes, please describe your experience and the support you provided:
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What do you think people with disabilities might identify as qualities of a great volunteer?* This field is required.
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Maintaining an honest and trusting relationship with participants and their families is essential to this role. How would you build and maintain trusting, professional relationships with the people you support?* This field is required.
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Declaration Summary* This field is required.• I have answered all questions honestly and openly and I have not knowingly withheld any relevant information. • I have read the position description and I understand the inherent requirements of the position for which I am applying. • I authorise Extended Families (and their employees and agents) to make such enquiries as considered appropriate to verify the information I have provided as part of this application. • I have no prior injuries, illnesses or medical conditions that may recur, deteriorate, be exacerbated or aggravated by the role. I certify that the information given is a true and accurate statement and I understand that I am liable to have my engagement terminated, or my offer withdrawn if any details in the application are found to be falsified or misleading. I declare the declaration summary and all other information provided in this form is true and correct.
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Thank you for taking the time to complete this application.

Extended Families will contact you to discuss your application.
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