Volunteers are a valued part of the team that enhance patients and visitors’ experience.

If you are interested in running a fundraising event as a volunteer or wish to volunteer at other fundraising events and meet new people while helping support the Olivia Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre Appeal, please email your contact details and interest to our Community Fundraising Projects Officer: oliviaappeal@austin.org.au

Although the Cancer and Wellness Centre is under construction with a working timelime due for completion in mid 2012, there are currently volunteer opportunities with Austin Cancer Services and across various areas at all three of the Austin Health sites – Austin Hospital, Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital and Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Centre.

There are a variety of volunteer roles available depending on your skills and interests and the organisation’s requirements at the time. A minimum of four hours a week is all that is required.

Volunteer opportunities are available across all three Austin Health sites in the following areas:
• Fundraising
• Administration
• Aged Care
• Auxiliaries
• Diamond Creek Opportunity Shop
• Emergency Department
• Endoscopy and Surgery Centre
• Friends of Austin Health Gift Shop
• Leisure Services
• Palliative Care
• Patient Libraries
• Rehabilitation Work Group
• Veterans Liaison
• Volunteer Services and more

Recruitment Process for volunteering:

All applicants will be required to complete an application form, attend an interview, provide two references and undergo a Police check and Working with Children check.

Successful applicants will be booked into a half-day Corporate Induction and Training session at Austin Health.

Austin Health includes: the Austin Hospital where the Olivia Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre will be located, the Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital and the Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Centre. 

To apply as a volunteer , or to receive more information, contact Austin Health Volunteer Services on 03 9496-2337, or visit the Austin Health Volunteer Services website.