Beyond Blue’s Equal Opportunity and Anti-Discrimination Policy
At Beyond Blue, we value and appreciate the contributions of our volunteers. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all, where everyone feels respected and supported and where there is no room for discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation. That's why we make sure that our volunteers are managed and treated fairly and equitably in line with our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy.
All volunteers must familiarize themselves with our EEO Policy here and comply with it, as well as with the laws that regulate discrimination, harassment and sexual harassment in the workplace.
Our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
Our RAP supports us to collaborate and share knowledge, skills and expertise to build strong relationships with First Nations Peoples and communities and assists us to create a culturally safe organisation.
Read more about Our Reconciliation Action Plan.
Beyond Blue’s Health Safety & Wellbeing Policy
As a volunteer with Beyond Blue, you deserve to feel safe and healthy while you work. Just like our employees, we want to make sure you are taken care of while you're with us. Here are a few things we ask of our volunteers:
• Take care of yourself and your wellbeing while you're volunteering with us.
• Watch out for the safety and health of anyone who may be affected by your actions.
• Work with us to follow all safety regulations and laws.
• Let us know right away if anything happens while you're volunteering. It's important that you report any incidents to your supervisor right away.
Read the Beyond Blue Health Safety and Wellbeing Policy.
Screening Checks
At Beyond Blue, we care about the safety and wellbeing of children. That's why we require all our Event Volunteers to obtain a valid Working with Children Check (or equivalent in your state/territory) before participating in an event. If for any reason your background check is cancelled, you must let us know immediately.
Insurance and security
Beyond Blue's Voluntary Workers Personal Accident applies for volunteers while on duty or on your way to an event or activity. It's a good idea to check with your own insurance company to see if your coverage extends to community volunteer work.
To keep your personal items safe, we suggest not bringing anything of great value to events. While we'll do our best to keep an eye on things, we can't take responsibility for lost or stolen items.
Grievance
As a volunteer, you have the power to speak up about anything that may be bothering you during your volunteer experience. If you have any concerns or issues, please feel free to talk to our Volunteers Manager.
Read the Beyond Blue Grievance Policy.
However, if the issue cannot be resolved, you can always reach out to our People and Culture team via email at peopleculture@beyondblue.org.au.