Volunteer Information Form RDASA

Once this form is submitted, copies of this Form are to be kept by:

The RDA Centre
The Member State Office (where applicable)

A PDF copy of this form will be sent to the primary contact email address that is entered into this form.

Information contained in this Form will be reported for statistical purposes to Riding for the Disabled Association of Australia Limited (RDAA).

Volunteer Status *

I am applying as a new volunteer with RDAI have volunteered with RDA before and wish to reapplyI no longer wish to volunteer with RDA

Please find an RDA SA Centre that is suitable to your location *

RDA Southern Fleurieu – 15 Lippizzaner Drive, VICTOR HARBOR 5211 SARDA Yorke Peninsula - Wallaroo Road, KADINA 5554 SARDA Mount Gambier - Sunnybrae Rd, MOUNT GAMBIER 5290 SARDA Northern Area - Corner Ryans and Whites Roads, GLOBE DERBY PARK 5110 SARDA O’Halloran Hill - 3A Majors Rd, O'HALLORAN HILL 5158 SARDA Jennibrook Farm – 71 Pine Road, Woodcroft 5163 SARDA Oakbank - Shillabeer Road, OAKBANK 5243 SARDA Port Lincoln - 426 Proper Bay Road, TULKA 5607 SARDA Port Pirie - Anzac Road, PORT PIRIE 5540 SA

Volunteer Personal Details

First Name *

Last Name *

Preferred name (if different)

Email Address *

Contact number *

Age *

Volunteer Information

Our programs aim to promote enabling people living with disabilities or additional support needs to experience enjoyment, challenge and a sense of achievement through equestrian activities to improve their quality of life, attain personal goals and develop life skills. Our vision and values support these goals. To fulfill these, we have a list of key selection criteria and accountabilities for volunteers.

See RDA Vision and Values and Criteria and Accountabilities for RDA Volunteers

RDA Australia Vision and Values

EXCELLENCE - RDA is not always about competition, but it is always about striving for the best - personally, professionally and practically.

INCLUSIVE - RDA is a welcoming place where we strive to include all participants without discrimination.

RESPECT - RDA is a safe environment where individuals are treated with respect and are respectful towards others and the organisation they care about.

INNOVATIVE - RDA is always demonstrating that looking at things differently can change a life, encouraging new ways of thinking and doing in every field.

COMMUNITY - RDA is made up of many communities, working together towards enriching the lives of people locally, nationally and worldwide.

Criteria and Accountabilities for RDA Volunteers

Completion and renewal of mandatory screening, training, and induction to ensure a safe and quality client and volunteer experience.
Adhere to and always apply all RDA Policies and Procedures, including the Volunteer Code of Conduct.
Work with people of all abilities, ages and support requirements
Respect people’s right to privacy, demonstrate confidentiality and maintain professional boundaries.
Be committed to volunteering in a participant centred program. Promote social inclusion and positive participant experience.
Ability to follow instructions and work effectively both independently and in a team. Some roles may require the ability to work unsupervised.
Demonstrate commitment to the RDA Volunteer Code of Conduct, RDA has a zero tolerance to bullying and harassment.
Only RDA trained, authorised and documented volunteers are permitted to handle, ride, drive or otherwise interact with horses.
Inform the RDA Centre if you are unable to attend scheduled sessions or advise of any changes to the agreed attendance.
Ability to be flexible with changes to Centre routine and rosters participant, inclement weather, high fire risk days, etc.).
Maintain regular communication with the RDA Centre to provide feedback or seek advice.
Report hazards or incidents (actual or near miss), or well-being concerns that have been identified during volunteering.
Recognise the duty to take care of your own health, safety and wellbeing and ensure that you do not adversely affect that of others. This means volunteers must be fit and well enough to perform their role, including not being under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs.
Be willing to perform a variety of roles as directed by the centre authority. Tasks may include but are not limited to picking up and removing manure, cleaning tack, kitchen duties, facility tidying, and other daily tasks involved with centre operations.
Willingness to work in a variety of environmental conditions including heat, cold, wind (within policy and procedure).
Perform manual handling tasks involving lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, twisting, reaching, bending, carrying and restraining (guidance, equipment and training provided). (RDA has a risk management policy in place to identify and manage risk).

FOR HORSE RELATED ROLES:

Demonstrate competency in working around and handling horses according to role as described by RDA training and assessment standards. (Training and competency assessment will be provided)
Acknowledge that RDA Horses are accredited and trained for service delivery by a qualified RDA Coach.
Have the capacity to respond and react quickly while working in a dynamic environment involving horses, participants and volunteers.
Be of a fitness to maintain walk and/or trot pace with RDA accredited horses if required.
Ability to walk on uneven surfaces for the duration of program delivery session of up to an hour at a time.

Volunteer Criteria and Accountabilities PDF

What would you like to achieve by volunteering with RDA? *

Do you have any previous experience in working with horses? *

YesNo

Briefly describe your experience

Do you have any experience in working with people with a disability? *

YesNo

Briefly describe your experience *

What 'other' duties can you offer as a volunteer?

What days and times are you available to volunteer?

Note: Your nominated RDA Centre may not operate or require volunteer support 7 days a week.

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When would you be available to start volunteering?

New volunteers are required to supply details of two referees that will be contacted by your nominated RDA Centre or their State Office.

The selected referees must:

Be able to provide information relating to the volunteer’s suitability to work with children and/or vulnerable people.
Have known the volunteer for at least 12 months.
Not be related to the volunteer.
Be able to vouch for the volunteer’s capabilities and character.

1st Referee Name *

1st Referee Phone Number *

1st Referee Relationship *

2nd Referee Name *

2nd Referee Phone Number *

2nd Referee Relationship *

Would you like to upload a resume which highlights any further experience/or qualification that might be relevant? *

YesNo

Please upload your resume *

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Medical Information

Volunteering in RDA SA programs can be physically demanding. You are required to disclose any pre-existing medical or other condition, injury or concern which could impact your involvement with RDA SA. You may need to submit a completed and signed RDA Medical Consent Form if your application requires further information regarding your ability to safely perform volunteering duties. Your RDA SA Centre will contact you to discuss further if required.

Have any previously disclosed medical conditions deteriorated or changed in the last 12 months? *

YesNo

Please provide details *

Please provide further details *

Please upload your medical condition management plan (if you have one)

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Have you suffered any injury or undergone any medical procedures (surgery etc.,) in the last 12 months? *

YesNo

Please provide further details *

Do you have any medical conditions other than those mentioned above of which we should be aware for your safety and/or the safety of the Participants? i.e. heart, respiratory *

YesNo

Please provide further details *

Do you have any physical conditions other than those mentioned above of which we should be aware for your safety and/or the safety of the Participants? i.e. back or shoulder issues. *

YesNo

Please provide further details

Do you take any medications that we should be aware of for your safety and/or the safety of the Participants? *

YesNo

Please provide further details *

Do you have any special requirements or need any additional support which we should be aware of, for your safety and/or the safety of the Participants? *

YesNo

Please provide further detail *

What are your abilities and capabilities within these areas. *

Working with Children and NDIS Worker Check

All RDA SA volunteers are required to hold a current Working With Children Clearance and NDIS Worker Clearance . If you do not have a current check, you must obtain it prior to beginning volunteering with RDA SA. You must keep your check/registration/clearance details up-to-date and include the name of your Member State or RDA Centre.

Do you hold a current WWCC? *

Yes No

This is a requirement and will be discussed with you once your form has been submitted.

Reference Number

Date of Expiry

Do you hold a current NDISWC? *

YesNo

Reference Number

Date of Expiry

This is a requirement and will be discussed with you once your form has been submitted.

Would you like to provide us with feedback regarding your volunteering experience with RDA?

I have read and understood the Privacy Collection Notice *

Declarations

I warrant that all information provided by me herein is true and correct and I acknowledge that RDAA may in its reasonable discretion require me to provide a RDA Medical Practitioner Consent Form completed by a Medical Practitioner even if I have declared that I do not have or have not had a medical condition or disability. *

Please describe 'other'

Volunteering with RDA in Australia provides opportunity for people to connect and engage with a national network of resources, expertise and passionate people. We welcome volunteer enquiries from 12 years of age. If you know someone who has a genuine interest in becoming part of one of our fun and supportive RDA communities, please copy this link to our Volunteer Enquiry Form or take a photo or screenshot of the QR code below and send it to them.

RDA Australia Volunteer Enquiry Form

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