Start Your Placement or Volunteering Journey with Us

We welcome both students on placement and community members interested in volunteering. To apply, you should:

• Be currently enrolled in a relevant course (social work, community services, youth work, counselling, psychology, or similar) or simply have an interest in supporting community services as a volunteer

• Be able to commit to agreed hours and days for the duration of your placement or volunteering period

• Be willing to complete all compliance and induction requirements

• Be 18 years or older (volunteers), or 16 years or older for student placements

• Students under 18 will require parent/guardian consent to participate

• Be respectful, reliable, and open to learning in a community-focused environment

For Schools/Universities:

AusUnity Aid is always happy to partner with schools, TAFEs, and universities to provide meaningful placement opportunities for students. We're proud to be a partner placement provider with Victoria University and welcome the opportunity to build new partnerships with other education providers.

If your institution is interested in partnering with us for student placements, please email info@ausunityaid.org.au to discuss further; we'd love to hear from you.

All required documents must be provided before commencing your placement or volunteering with us.

For all students and volunteers:

• 100 points of identification

• Volunteer Working With Children Check (WWCC)

• Police Check

• NDIS screener check (not mandatory but useful)

• Updated resume

• Any relevant background check or reference documentation (if requested)

Additional requirements for students:

• Proof of current enrolment / university or institution placement form

• Course and university/institution details, including supervisor contact (if applicable)

• Any insurance or agreement documents required by your institution

Whether you're joining us as a student or a volunteer, we ask that you bring the following:

• Punctuality and reliability in attending your agreed hours and days

• Professionalism and confidentiality, particularly around case management and client information

• Respectful and culturally sensitive engagement with community members from diverse backgrounds

• Full compliance with our policies, procedures, and legal requirements

• A willingness to learn, ask questions, and actively participate

• Open communication with your supervisor or team lead if your availability changes

Step 1: Initial Inquiry followed by Interview
Submit the form below with your details. A member of our team will get back to you within 48 hours. Followed by an in-person interview at our head office in Sunshine.

Step 2: Compliance
Provide your required documents ID, WWCC, resume etc and (for students) proof of enrolment and university details.

Step 3: Hours & Days Finalised
We'll confirm your schedule together and walk you through our policies and procedures.

Step 4: Induction Day
Meet the team, tour our services, and get set up before you begin.

Step 5: Hurray, You're In!
Start your placement or volunteering journey with us and begin gaining real, hands-on experience.

At AusUnityAid, students and volunteers gain genuine, hands-on experience in how a community non-profit operates day to day. Depending on your placement or volunteering area, you may be involved in:

• Case management

• Mental health support work

• Community engagement

• Youth engagement programs

• Compliance and legal frameworks

• Prison visit programs

• General non-profit operations and administration

Whether you're completing a placement for your studies or volunteering your time, you'll walk away with practical skills, real-world experience, and a deeper understanding of community services work.