Volunteer - Restorative Yoga Teacher

ELMO HR & Payroll • Australia, Australia, Australia • 5d ago

Introduction

Great People. Great Careers. Excellent Healthcare

DPV Health is a leading healthcare service provider delivering a wide variety of clinical, community health and wellbeing services across Melbourne’s northern growth corridor. DPV Health has been awarded the Premier’s Primary Healthcare Service of the Year in 2023 & 2024.

Our People are the foundation of DPV Health; they are what make our organisation thrive and the ones who create meaningful change in people's lives. Over 700 professionals support and deliver excellent health care to our community at DPV Health. We are always looking for passionate, driven, great people to join our team and make a lasting impact. That is why we foster a workplace culture that is as rewarding as it is inclusive. We are committed to supporting Our People to lead fulfilling lives, no matter who they are, or where they are from - or where they are going.

Our workplace culture is committed to DPV Health values and celebrates workforce diversity reinforcing the positive approach we have to the way people contribute, communicate, engage and interact. Our People deserve to feel empowered and supported as they pursue their professional goals, learn new skills, and achieve meaningful milestones in their work. At DPV Health, we foster an environment that promotes greater growth, innovation, and collaboration, so you can feel elevated every day.

Our employee benefits, connect, recognise, and support Our People, acknowledging and valuing everyday contributions to the success and culture at DPV Health. We strive to ensure that Our People thrive at work and in all personal and professional pursuits. We invest in Our People, proudly offering a diverse range of opportunities including knowledge sharing, ongoing learning and development, leadership development, connectedness, and celebration; these are key pillars in our culture.

That’s the DPV Health Way. For a full list of our benefits and more on great careers at DPV Health, please see our website.

Description

About the Role

As a Volunteer Restorative Yoga Teacher, you will support DPV Health’s Social Support Team at Meadow Heights by delivering gentle yoga and movement classes tailored to elderly participants. This is a vital role that helps make a real difference in the lives of community members.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver safe, accessible yoga sessions for elderly participants, focusing on gentle movement, breathing, and relaxation.

Adapt exercises to suit varying levels of ability, mobility, and health conditions.

Encourage participation and build confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Set up and pack away equipment and ensure the space is safe and welcoming.

Maintain clear and respectful communication with participants and staff.

Promote physical activity as a way to support independence, wellbeing, and social connection.

Commit to a regular volunteer schedule (e.g., 1–2 hours weekly or fortnightly, as agreed).

Skills And Experiences

About You

Experience and trained in yoga, fitness, or movement-based practices.

Patience, understanding, and respect for elderly people and those with diverse needs.

Ability to adapt yoga practices for chair-based, low-mobility, or gentle exercise sessions.

Strong interpersonal skills and a warm, encouraging approach.

A positive, can-do attitude and commitment to supporting participant wellbeing.

Why Volunteer with DPV Health?

• Supportive and inclusive environment: Join a team that values collaboration and personal growth
• Make a lasting impact: Help improve the accessibility and mobility of community members
• Ongoing training: Benefit from professional development opportunities

The Fine Print

Successful candidates will need to undergo a National Police Check.

A valid Working with Children Check and NDIS Check are required.

Our Talent Experience

We kindly request you include a covering letter, addressed to Nicola Matthews, detailing your motivation for joining DPV Health Volunteer team and highlighting the qualities you bring to this position.

For further information, please contact Nicola Matthews, Student and Volunteer Placement Coordinator on 0447 042 027. 

To view the Position Description, please click here.

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DPV Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring we have an inclusive, diverse and safe workplace for our staff and clients. To us diversity means people of any age, family situation, cultural and linguistic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical sex characteristics, ability or disability, health, life experience, socio-economic situation, faith, spirituality and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.  We encourage all individuals to apply.  

To learn about the assistance we can offer during the recruitment process, your potential work environment, access features of a location, or if you require alternative formats to our process please contact peopleandculture@dpvhealth.org.au