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Volunteering

Over 450 people aged between 15 and 90 volunteer more than 40,000 hours of their time to support the community of Unley.

The City of Unley acknowledges the valuable contributions made by volunteers and is grateful for their support.

Volunteer Opportunities

View the Volunteer Vacancies Noticeboard for current volunteer opportunities available at the City of Unley.
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Volunteer Programs

View the wide range of programs that volunteers are involved in.
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Volunteers Newsletter

View the current and previous editions of the Volunteer Connection.
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If you have a couple of hours a fortnight to spare and would like to volunteer in your own community then please contact Karen Jenkinson, Volunteer Coordinator, for further information on 8372 5116.

SECTION 1 - YOUR VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE WITH COUNCIL
How did you find out about volunteering with Council?
If Other (please specify)

Recruitment, orientation and training

For each section, please indicate if you agree or disagree with the statements by choosing one of the statements
When I started volunteering I felt welcomed and supported
I received enough information, policies and procedures to help me understand the roles and responsibilities of volunteers at the City of Unley
The Volunteer Handbook and the induction process gave me all the information I needed to commence my volunteer role
The program I was placed in matched my interests and skills
I am provided with as much ongoing training as I need to do my work with confidence
I was given adequate information and induction by the Program Coordinator specific to my volunteer role
I belong to a volunteer team that is cohesive, productive and works well together
How can the City of Unley improve its recruitment, induction and training processes?

Role Satisfaction

For each line, please indicate if you agree or disagree with the statements by selecting one of the statements
I have a Job Description that clearly describes my volunteer duties
I have a clear understanding of my volunteer role
I have the materials and equipment I need to do my job well
My volunteer work is satisfying and enjoyable
My work load is reasonable
I receive adequate support from my Program Coordinator
I am a valued member of the team
I know what to do if I have an issue or problem that needs resolving
I feel that my work as a volunteer makes a difference to the organisation and what it is trying to achieve for the community

Recognition - we would like to know how valued you feel as a volunteer with us

Please indicate for each section if you agree or disagree with the statements by selecting one of the choices
Recognition of my volunteer effort is important to me
I feel that Council recognises and acknowledges my volunteer work
I feel valued by my Program Coordinator
I feel valued by staff and Elected Members
I feel my volunteer work has increased my sense of community belonging and connection
SECTION 2 - YOUR FEEDBACK TO US
This section aims to find out how satisfying volunteering is with Council and what issues affect your volunteer work
What motivates you to volunteer? (tick more than one if relevant)
If other, please state
Are there any barriers or anything that negatively impacts on your volunteering that could be addressed by Council?
What do you enjoy most about volunteering with Council?
If you could change anything about volunteering in your program, what would it be?
Would you recommend other people to volunteer with Council?
How long do you expect to continue volunteering with Council?
If other, please specify
Do you read the Volunteer Connection?
If no, why?
How many other organisations to you volunteer at?
SECTION 3 - YOUR PERSONAL PROFILE
Age group:
Country of birth:
Languages spoken other than English:
Occupation:
With which Council program(s) do you volunteer? (Do not tick if you are concerned about your anonymity)
If an Unley Library program, which program(s)?
How long have you volunteered with Council?
How many hours per week do you volunteer with Council?
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