Yarra Plenty Regional Library is generously supported by the efforts of over 170 enthusiastic volunteers. We value the diversity, skills and experiences that volunteers bring, and rely on the valuable support of volunteers throughout Banyule, Nillumbik and Whittlesea to add to the vibrancy and spirit of services we provide our communities. Volunteering is a great way to develop skills, meet new people, and be involved in your local community.
Guidelines for Volunteering with Yarra Plenty Regional Library:
- In most cases you must be at least 18 years of age to volunteer with us;
- We strongly encourage that you commit to at least 6 months volunteering with us, outside of unusual circumstances;
- Volunteers are appointed through recruitment and selection processes which include relevant security and screening checks;
- It is important that you understand and acknowledge that volunteering for YPRL is not a path to employment;
- You must be committed to our organisational values and genuinely want to extend and enhance our library services.
Current Opportunities
Do you want to be part of an innovative, progressive and effective library service?
Branch Greeter
Yarra Plenty Regional Library is seeking volunteers who possess a confident and friendly nature, good communication skills and an appreciation of our diverse communities to be ‘Branch Greeters’ in each of our 9 branches.
You will be someone who genuinely enjoys interacting and helping people from diverse backgrounds.
You will possess a confident and friendly nature, good communication skills, appreciation of our diverse communities and ability to work and relate with people of all ages and backgrounds.
In addition, you will genuinely enjoy interacting and helping people from diverse backgrounds and be able to commit to volunteering at least once per fortnight.
For further details, please take a look at the Activity Information for this role.
Please apply via the form below.
Home Library Service Volunteer: Eltham Library
Yarra Plenty Regional Library is seeking volunteers who possess a confident and friendly nature, good communication skills and an appreciation of our diverse communities to be a part of our ‘Home Library Service’ in our Eltham Library.
As a Home Library Service Volunteer, you will be matched to a member of YPRL (and their carer) who are unable to access the library due to ill health, disability and age-related health issues and deliver library materials to them.
You will be someone who genuinely enjoys interacting and helping people from diverse backgrounds.
You will possess a confident and friendly nature, good communication skills and the ability to work and relate with people of all ages and backgrounds
In addition, you will have your own vehicle and be able to commit to at least one 3 hours shift per fortnight.
For further details, please take a look at the Activity Information for this role.
Please apply via the form below.
So, if you’re someone who would like to build connections in the community, gain skills and have the satisfaction that you are making a difference and contributing to the wider community please apply now!
Please note: All volunteers at YPRL are required to undergo our recruitment and selection process which includes relevant security and screening checks and be at least 18 years of age.
To register your interest in volunteering at YPRL, please complete our Expression of Interest Form below, noting your preferred locations and either email it to volunteers@yprl.vic.gov.au or post it to:
Attention: Volunteers Coordinator
Yarra Plenty Regional Library
Bag 65 Bundoora
Vic 3083
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