You are cordially invited to attend a Volunteer Induction Evening on Thursday 6th December 2007. We would like to welcome you to Mission Australia, and give you a chance to meet some of our staff well as your fellow volunteers.

This evening will give you an overview of Mission Australia’s volunteering program. Some preliminary training in working with Mission Australia clients and identifying risks and OH & S requirements will also be on the program, to ensure that your time with Mission Australia is rewarding,, productive and safe.

Refreshments and finger food will be provided, and everyone will receive a Mission Australia ‘welcome pack’ and training materials.

Date & Time: Thursday 6th December 5:00pm- 8:00pm

Address: Mission Australia National Office, Level 6, 580 George St Sydney

Induction Program

5:00PM - Registration and Light Refreshments

5:15PM - Welcome and Overview of Mission Australia’s Volunteering Program.

Fiona Ivits, National Volunteer Coordinator

5:45PM - Volunteer Self-Care and Well-being.

Kate Engelbrecht, National Office Chaplain

6:15PM - OH & S and Risk Management for Volunteers

Dilly de Silva, OH & S Manager

6:40PM - Break

7:00 PM - Introduction to Professional Boundaries for Volunteers in Community Services

Phil Nunn, Professional Counselor and Lecturer at the Australia College of Applied Psychology

7:45PM - Question and Answer session

8:00PM - Close

Please RSVP by 25 September 2007 to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call Fiona Ivits on 02 9288 0070

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