Volunteer With Us
- Support Us
- Volunteer With Us
Volunteers have played a significant role in the history of Catherine House, and still do today. With the support of volunteers, we can provide more services for women who are experiencing homelessness.
There are many ways you can volunteer your time, energy and passion to support the work of Catherine House. Due to the nature of the service we provide, volunteer opportunities based at our locations are limited.
We are often looking for volunteers to help out at the Catherine House Women’s Centre across a range of areas such as art, music and IT. Any available volunteer roles will be posted on this page as they arise, and we also advertise the roles via our social media platforms. We are also always looking for volunteers to assist at events and fundraising.
All volunteer vacancies will be listed on this page as well as our facebook page, please check back regularly for positions available.
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)
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.
