More likely to land job after role as volunteer

Research shows that those who have volunteered stand out against their competitors, making them more likely to land that job.
If you’re not looking to launch a career, volunteering will still give you a sense of purpose and can keep you mentally stimulated, as well as reducing loneliness and stress levels.
St John Ambulance is always looking for enthusiastic and capable people to become part of the non-for-profit group’s rich history of saving lives through first aid.
Granville Combined Division Manager Isabelle Moutia says volunteers are provided with first aid certificate training and further training and supervision for six months once they have completed initial training as a first responder.
“We have semi and retired people volunteering and many of our younger volunteers go on to become healthcare or emergency service professionals,” she said.
“There is nothing more rewarding than volunteering and without volunteers, organisations like ours simply would not exist.”
To find out more: stjohnnsw.com.au/volunteer.
Westmead Children’s Hospital is also seeking volunteers to help in fundraising and events; Salvation Army Auburn needs volunteers to help pack Christmas toys and gifts for the local community; Auburn Hospital needs volunteers for the fundraising stalls, games and activities, pet therapy and aged care services; Granville Public School is calling for ethics teacher volunteers and refugee student mentors; and Mercy Works needs education volunteers in Granville, Merrylands and Guildford.
Details: volunteer.com.au/volunteering