Volunteering as a Pathway to Employment

Facilitated by Jed Walker

Overview:
Designed for participants looking to join the workforce, this interactive seminar focuses on the benefits of having volunteering experience when looking for a job. Certain skills that are developed through volunteering are keenly sought after by employers, such as work ethic, working in a team and reliability. This workshop will explain how these skills can transfer over into paid roles.

Key learning areas: 
• What is volunteering, and what different forms does it take?
• Skills sought after by employers
• Which type of volunteering roles will help you develop skills for your career?
• How does volunteering change across different cultures and sectors?


This training is free for all volunteers working or living in the following local government areas; The Blue Mountains, Blacktown, Penrith, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, or Cumberland City Councils.