We are looking for a wide range of volunteers
There are many ways to help support Parkinson’s WA with your time and/or skills and Parkinson’s WA is always grateful to receive assistance from volunteers.
Not everyone is in the position to provide financial support when donating to a charity but we know your time is just as valuable.
Our volunteers help to minimise administration costs and ensure that more of the money we raise goes directly to helping people living with Parkinson’s in Western Australia.
Our volunteers help us to keep costs down and productivity up!
Read Pat's volunteer story
We celebrate our volunteers including our resident long-standing volunteer Pat Chadbourne who gave more than 20 years of service to the organisation. Pat said she was going to miss the Parkinson’s community.
“The Parkinson’s community is important to me because it has given me a better understanding of how this condition affects the lives of the those who live with it and how the Parkinson’s nurses play such a valuable role,” she said.
“What I enjoy most about volunteering is meeting and working with other volunteers and knowing that in some way we are helping others.”
Read the full story
Reach out today!
If you are interested in giving your spare time or special skills, here are some of the areas where we are looking for volunteers. We suggest that you contact Parkinson’s WA on (08) 6457 7373 prior to completing this application. We can tell you what vacancies are currently available.
Events & Functions
Activity
- A Walk in the Park – our key community event (September)
- Parkinson’s WA community events and seminars
Roles
- Course Marshall
- Event support
- Catering assistant
- Event assistant
Administration
Roles
- Collating and mailing
- General office duties
Professional Services
Activity
- Marketing and promotion
- Public relations
Roles
- Photography
- Videography
- Pro-bono professional support and advice (dependent on need and activity)
Support Groups
Activity
- More than 20 in Perth and regional WA
Roles
- Support group leaders
- Support group team members
Fundraising
Activity
- Community events
- Third party fundraising events
Roles
- Inspire and motivate
- Start a fundraising page
- Nominate Parkinson’s WA as charity beneficiary
- Tell us your story (for media etc.)
Management
Activity
- Parkinson’s WA Board
- Parkinson’s WA research committee
Roles
- Positions recruited according to skills and experience identified and requirements
Most of our volunteer roles don’t require formal qualifications and we provide training, support and guidance to ensure you gain value from and enjoy your experience. We ask that all of our volunteers provide valid identification, apply for a National Police Clearance and complete an application form.
If you are looking to meet wonderful people, have new experiences and get involved with a fantastic team and cause, volunteering at Parkinson’s WA could be a great volunteering opportunity for you. To express your interest or learn more, please call the Parkinson's WA office on (08) 6457 7373 or email info@parkinsons.wa.org.au
Download volunteering brochure
Watch Ella’s story to find out why volunteering with Parkinson’s WA is such a rewarding and enriching experience.
Read about one of our volunteer Support Leaders here:
Parkinson’s Volunteer in the Western Suburbs Weekly