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Volunteering programs

Volunteers at Women's Information Service (WIS) are highly valued and make a difference to the lives of many women in South Australia. The WIS volunteer program offers comprehensive training, mentoring and support to make sure your volunteering experience is the best it can be.

Our volunteers work with women from all different walks of life, and currently WIS has eleven areas of volunteering

Children's Centre (Northern metro)

Work as a valued member of the team at our Northern Suburbs Children’s Centres locations. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women who visit the Gawler & District College B-12 Children's Centre or Parafield Gardens Children’s Centre in a number of ways such as being available in the reception area, working with groups and working with Children’s Centre staff to provide information.

We provide a comprehensive 2 week training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

Children's Centre (Northern) Position Description (PDF 209.5 KB)

WIS Gawler

Gawler & District College B-12 Children's Centre
Barnet Road, Evanston
Phone 08 8522 3626

WIS Parafield Gardens

Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 2.30pm
Parafield Gardens Children's Centre
9 Casuarina Drive, Parafield Gardens
Phone 08 8258 3659

Apply now online

Children's Centre (Southern metro)

Work as a valued member of the team at Southern Suburbs Children’s Centres. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women who visit the Children’s Centre in a number of ways such as being available in the reception area, working with groups and working with Children’s Centre staff to provide information.

We provide a comprehensive training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

Children's Centre (Southern) Position Description (PDF 209.5 KB)

WIS Aldinga Beach

Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 2.30pm
Aldinga Beach Children's Centre
Evans Street, Aldinga Beach
Phone: 0436 677 468

WIS O'Sullivan Beach

O'Sullivan Beach Children's Centre
51a Galloway Road, O'Sullivan Beach
Phone: 0466 801 553

Apply now online

Family Court Support

WIS Family Court Support volunteers attend court with women who don’t have friends or family to provide support. Many of the cases involve a history of domestic violence and the court process can be daunting and difficult to navigate. WIS volunteers provide information about the court and its processes, sit with the woman before and during the hearing and provide a listening ear.

We will provide you with a comprehensive 2 week training program, a minimum of 2 ‘Buddy’ shifts and a supportive work environment in a women-centred program.

Family Court Support Volunteer Position Description (PDF 137.9 KB)

Apply now online

The Haven - Mount Barker & The Willows Children's Centre

Become part of the team at Mount Barker Community Centre. As part of the wider WIS team, this involves providing information and referrals to all women and specifically to women who have concerns for their safety.

We provide a comprehensive training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

Community Centre Position Description (PDF 154.8 KB)

Mount Barker Community Centre
3 Dumas Street, Mount Barker

Apply now online - Haven at the Mount Barker Community Centre

Work as a valued member of the team at our Mount Barker Children’s Centre location. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women who visit the Willows Children’s Centre in a number of ways such as being available in the reception area, working with groups and working with Children’s Centre staff to provide information.

We provide a comprehensive 2 week training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

Children’s Centre Position Description (PDF 209.5 KB)

The Willows Children’s Centre
1 Charles Street, Mount Barker

Apply now online - The Willows, Mount Barker Children's Centre

The Haven - Gawler Community House & Gawler Children's Centre

Become part of the team at Gawler Community House. As part of the wider WIS team, this involves providing information and referrals to all women and specifically to women who have concerns for their safety.

We provide a comprehensive training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

Community Centre Position Description (PDF 154.8 KB)

Gawler Community House
2 Scheibener Terrace, Gawler

Apply now online - Haven at Gawler Community House

Work as a valued member of the team at our Gawler Children’s Centre location. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women who visit the Gawler Children’s Centre in a number of ways such as being available in the reception area, working with groups and working with Children’s Centre staff to provide information.

We provide a comprehensive 2 week training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

Children’s Centre Position Description (PDF 209.5 KB)

Gawler & District College B-12 Children's Centre
Gate 6 or 7, 69 Barnet Road, Evanston

Apply now online - Gawler Children's Centre

The Haven - Goolwa Library & Goolwa Children's Centre

Become part of the team at The Haven in Goolwa. As part of the wider WIS team, this involves providing information and referrals to all women and specifically to women who have concerns for their safety.

We provide a comprehensive training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

The Haven Volunteer Position Description (PDF 154.8 KB)

Goolwa Library
11 Cadell St, Goolwa

Apply now online - Haven at Goolwa Library

Work as a valued member of the team at our Goolwa Children’s Centre location. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women who visit the Goolwa Children’s Centre in a number of ways such as being available in the reception area, working with groups and working with Children’s Centre staff to provide information.

We provide a comprehensive 2 week training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

Children’s Centre Position Description (PDF 209.5 KB)

Goolwa Children's Centre
Brooking St, Goolwa

Apply now online - Goolwa Children's Centre

The Haven - Mount Gambier Library & Mount Gambier Children's Centre

Become part of the team at The Haven in Mount Gambier. As part of the wider WIS team, this involves providing information and referrals to all women and specifically to women who have concerns for their safety.

We provide a comprehensive training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

The Haven Volunteer Position Description (PDF 154.8 KB)

Mount Gambier Library
6 Watson Tce, Mount Gambier SA

Apply now online - Haven at Mount Gambier Library

Work as a valued member of the team at our Mount Gambier Children’s Centre location. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women who visit the Mount Gambier Children’s Centre in a number of ways such as being available in the reception area, working with groups and working with Children’s Centre staff to provide information.

We provide a comprehensive 2 week training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

Children’s Centre Position Description (PDF 209.5 KB)

Mount Gambier Children's Centre
Mulga St, Mount Gambier SA

Apply now online - Mount Gambier Children's Centre

The Haven - Murray Bridge Community Centre & Tinyeri Children's Centre

Become part of the team at The Haven at Edwards Square Community Centre. As part of the wider WIS team, this involves providing information and referrals to all women and specifically to women who have concerns for their safety.

We provide a comprehensive training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

The Haven Volunteer Position Description (PDF 154.8 KB)

Edwards Square Community Centre
2 South Terrace, Murray Bridge

Apply now online - Haven at Edwards Square Community Centre

Work as a valued member of the team at our Tinyeri Children’s Centre location. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women who visit the Tinyeri Children’s Centre in a number of ways such as being available in the reception area, working with groups and working with Children’s Centre staff to provide information.

We provide a comprehensive 2 week training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

Children’s Centre Position Description (PDF 209.5 KB)

Tinyeri Children's Centre
65 Jarvis Ave, Murray Bridge

Apply now online - Tinyeri Children's Centre

The Haven - Port Pirie Community Centre & Port Pirie West Children's Centre

Become part of the team at The Haven in Port Pirie. As part of the wider WIS team, this involves providing information and referrals to all women and specifically to women who have concerns for their safety.

We provide a comprehensive training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

The Haven Volunteer Position Description (PDF 154.8 KB)

Port Pirie Community Centre
28 Symonds St, Risdon Park

Apply now online - Haven at Port Pirie Community Centre

Work as a valued member of the team at our Port Pirie West Children’s Centre location. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women who visit the Port Pirie West Children’s Centre in a number of ways such as being available in the reception area, working with groups and working with Children’s Centre staff to provide information.

We provide a comprehensive 2 week training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

Children’s Centre Position Description (PDF 209.5 KB)

Port Pirie West Children's Centre
First St, Port Pirie West

Apply now online - Port Pirie West Children's Centre

The Haven - Whyalla Centacare & Gabmididi Manoo Children & Family Centre

Become part of the team at The Haven in Whyalla. As part of the wider WIS team, this involves providing information and referrals to all women and specifically to women who have concerns for their safety.

We provide a comprehensive training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

The Haven Volunteer Position Description (PDF 154.8 KB)

Centacare Whyalla
28 Head St, Whyalla Stuart

Apply now online - Haven at Whyalla Centacare

Work as a valued member of the team at our Gabmididi Manoo Children & Family Centre location. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women who visit the Gabmididi Manoo Children & Family Centre in a number of ways such as being available in the reception area, working with groups and working with Children & Family Centre staff to provide information.

We provide a comprehensive 2 week training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

Children’s Centre Position Description (PDF 209.5 KB)

Gabmididi Manoo Children & Family Centre
Cnr Clutterbuck St & Hincks Ave, Whyalla Norrie

Apply now online - Gabmididi Manoo Children & Family Centre

WIS Shopfront and community engagement

Work as a valued member of the team in our Shopfront. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women who call our phone line or visit our city location in person. There are also opportunities to volunteer at community events on WIS stalls and to provide talks about WIS to student groups.

We will provide you with a comprehensive two-week training program, a minimum of 3 mentored shifts and a supportive work environment in a women-centred service.

Shopfront Volunteer Position Description (PDF 154.7 KB)