Client Liaison Volunteers for WanderWell

Client Liaison Volunteers for WanderWell WanderSearch devices help individuals who are at risk of getting lost or going missing due to dementia, neurodivergence, or disabilities. These devices are small, radio frequency‑emitting devices worn by people who are at risk of going missing. If the person wearing the device goes missing, trained Land Search and Rescue Volunteers and the Police can listen for its signal, aiding in the location of the individual. Volunteers play a crucial role in supporting the WanderSearch programme. Role Overview & Responsibilities: Deliver and pick up small radio frequency‑emitting devices for clients at risk of going missing. Ensure six‑monthly swaps of devices are carried out. Regional volunteers will be assigned tasks in an agreed geographical area and rostered according to availability and demand. All roles are within day and early evening hours; no overnight requirements. Full training provided. The intention is to share roles between different people to allow for cover. Requirements: NZ Police Vetting required. No previous experience or high fitness levels needed. Must be trustworthy, accurate, and flexible. Regional volunteers must have a phone. A valid New Zealand full driving licence and their own transport to deliver the equipment where needed (volunteer travel costs will be covered). A Police background check is required for this role. Time commitment: Regular – more than 6 months. Regional volunteers assigned tasks in an agreed geographical area. Volunteers rostered according to availability and demand. All roles within day and early evening hours; no overnight requirements. Full training provided. Intention to share roles between different people to allow for cover. Getting started: The first step is to express your interest. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed. #J-18808-Ljbffr