We offer a wide range of opportunities across Melbourne, regional Victoria and South Australia, as well as selected roles that can be completed remotely. Whether you want to contribute your professional skills, connect with community, support events or learn something new, there are many ways to get involved.
Ready to get involved? Register for an upcoming Volunteer Information Session to learn more about our opportunities and how to apply.
Volunteering has been at the heart of Thorne Harbour Health since our beginning. Today, more than 600 active volunteers contribute their skills, lived experience and time to strengthen the health and wellbeing of LGBTIQA+ communities and people living with HIV. Without their support, we wouldn’t be able to provide many of the programs and services that our clients and communities value.
Meet new people, build meaningful connections and become part of a diverse community united by shared values.
Build practical skills, share your existing knowledge and gain valuable experience through meaningful roles, training and learning opportunities.
Make a genuine difference, support the communities you care about and experience the satisfaction of contributing to positive change.
Bring your team together for a meaningful volunteering experience at our Melbourne office. Your team may assemble safer-sex packs, create Red Ribbons for World AIDS Day, or support another practical project based on the current needs of our communities.
Each session includes an introduction to Thorne Harbour Health, HIV awareness and LGBTIQA+ inclusion. Your team will work together on an activity that directly supports our programs, while building connection and gaining a greater understanding of the communities we serve.
Corporate volunteering sessions are offered by arrangement and require a financial contribution to help support our work.
Become a volunteer with our Thorne Harbour Country program, based in Bendigo.
We appreciate every moment our volunteers contribute to our work and communities. Want to learn more before getting involved? Start here.
Thorne Harbour Health offers a wide range of volunteer opportunities supporting LGBTIQA+ communities and people living with HIV. Depending on current program needs, roles may include community events, outreach, peer support, administration, fundraising, food services, social connection and client support. Some opportunities are ongoing, while others involve one-off events or short-term projects.
You can volunteer at one of our seven sites across Victoria and South Australia, at community events held at different venues throughout the year, or by supporting clients in their homes or aged care facilities. We also offer selected roles that can be completed remotely from home. Opportunities vary depending on your location, interests, availability and the current needs of our programs.
No. We welcome people who share our commitment to supporting LGBTIQA+ communities and people living with HIV. Some peer-based roles may require relevant lived experience, which will be clearly explained in the role description.
Not always. Many roles provide the training and support you need to get started. Other roles may require particular qualifications, skills, lived experience or professional registration. Any requirements will be clearly outlined in the role description.
The time commitment depends on the role. Some opportunities involve regular weekly or fortnightly shifts, while others are available as one-off events or short-term projects. We’ll clearly explain the expected commitment before you apply.
Every contribution matters. Volunteers who complete at least four hours during the financial year are offered complimentary Thorne Harbour Health membership for that year.
Volunteer roles are unpaid. Depending on the role, volunteers may receive induction, training, ongoing support and opportunities to develop practical skills. Any available support for training, certification or approved expenses will be explained as part of the role.
The first step is to register for a Volunteer Information Session. You’ll learn more about Thorne Harbour Health, our volunteer program, current opportunities and the application process. Depending on the role, you may also need to complete an application, relevant checks and an induction before you begin volunteering.
Corporate volunteering sessions bring teams together for a meaningful volunteering experience at our Melbourne office in Abbotsford. Your team may assemble safer-sex packs, create Red Ribbons for World AIDS Day or support another practical activity based on current community needs.
Sessions generally run from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on weekdays and include an introduction to Thorne Harbour Health, HIV awareness and LGBTIQA+ inclusion. Everything needed for the activity is provided, and practical information will be sent to your team before the session.
From community outreach and client support to events, administration and food services, there are many ways to contribute. Explore some of the roles available across our volunteer program. Opportunities vary throughout the year based on the needs of our programs and communities, and some roles require specific skills, qualifications, lived experience or a regular commitment.
Support the administrative work that keeps our Thorne Harbour programs running.
Help facilitate peer support groups for members of our communities.
Prepare coffee and provide friendly customer service at our community coffee cart.
Provide practical assistance, social support and transport to help people living with HIV remain connected, healthy and independent.
Support accurate data entry and communication within our clinics.
Create content for our social media, website and podcasts.
Provide counselling support to members of our communities. Relevant qualifications and professional registration are required.
Support the planning and coordination of community and fundraising events.
Support community, fundraising and awareness events through roles such as setup and pack-down, registration, front of house, catering, bar service and community engagement.
Support internal quality improvement projects through administrative assistance, document review, record organisation and other quality and risk activities.
Help prepare and serve meals at the Positive Living Centre. Food-handling requirements may apply.
Share sexual health information and resources at community events, sex-on-premises venues and through online outreach.
Collect supplies and stock shelves for clients accessing the Positive Living Centre.
Welcome visitors, answer calls, book appointments and provide general reception support.
Build social connections with older LGBTIQA+ community members in their homes or aged care facilities. Volunteers usually visit fortnightly and must identify as LGBTIQA+.
These are examples of roles available across our volunteer program and may not all be recruiting currently. Available opportunities depend on the needs of our programs and communities. Register for a Volunteer Information Session to learn about current opportunities, role requirements and how to apply
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