Careers

Gardener – Volunteer

Catherine House are currently looking for a passionate and experienced gardener for a volunteer position.

Position: Gardener
Location: Adelaide CBD, garden locations to be advised
Type: Volunteer – until 31 December 2025
Hours: 3–4 hours per fortnight
Days: Monday–Friday (Please choose a day that suits you best)

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At Catherine House, our small, low-maintenance gardens offer a sense of peace and sanctuary for the women in our care. We’re looking for a volunteerto help keep these spaces thriving and beautiful, knowing that a well-kept garden can make a meaningful difference in our clients’ recovery.

Responsibilities:

• Pruning, some mulching, weeding and general tidying
• In consultation with Catherine House, plant seasonal bulbs/annuals or succulents to enhance the visual and sensory experience of the garden

Knowledge & Experience:

• Passionate and knowledgeable gardener
• Previous gardening experience
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work sensitively and positively
• Consistent commitment and reliability

Training Requirements:

• Induction to Catherine House
• WHS Induction
• Briefing on how best to interact with clients
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current Working With Children Check
• Compliance with the Codes of Conduct and other relevant policies

Volunteer-specific Requirements:

• Volunteers must be aware of and respect the vulnerability of Catherine House clients.
• Volunteers also need to be aware of their own vulnerability and seek to maintain their own and clients’ safety and perception of safety at all times.
• It is important that volunteers avoid giving advice to clients in areas requiring specialist knowledge or that may have legal implications.
• Maintaining professional boundaries in the role is important to avoid unintended discussions with a client or sharing of personal circumstances.
• Volunteers are officially representing Catherine House and are expected to present and behave in ways which accord with Catherine House’s standing in the community.

How to Apply: 

Please send an Expression of Interest, detailing your interest in the position and suitability for the role, along with your CV to: [email protected] by Friday 15 August.

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