Benefits of Volunteering

What are the benefits of volunteering with us? 

“Thank you to each and every volunteer for giving up their time to help those with Depression. You cannot underestimate how much we appreciate having somewhere to turn to when we're down, and the volunteers make it happen.”- Client

Volunteering has tremendous benefits and our volunteers are a vital part of reducing the impact of depression in Australia.  Aside from the obvious advantages to the community, volunteering can have lifelong benefits for you while you are helping others.  We have a range of volunteering opportunities available to suit your skills, interests and availabilities.

Our volunteering opportunities give you:

• Flexibility to volunteer from your own space
• Various time commitments to suit your lifestyle
• Free training, support and supervision to grow in your role
• A way to give back to the community 
• Belonging to a group of community focussed people
• A chance to make a positive difference to people living with depression
• Enhanced group facilitation skills in an online environment
• Participate in fulfilling activities and social events
• An increase in your wellbeing and self esteem
• Improved interpersonal skills and self-awareness
• Increased IT Skills and familiarity with up to date technology 
• The chance to continue to make use of your existing skills
• A diverse range of volunteer roles and career paths
• Experience working within a mental health service
• A chance to be inspired and uplifted by our clients’ journeys
• Develop your understanding of mental health and mental illness