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Volunteer on the Life Gets Better Adventure Day

Adventure Day Details

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‘Life Gets Better’® Camps were founded in 1999 by Captain Eric Wieckmann (2005 Casey Citizen of the Year) for primary aged children who have experienced trauma, grief or loss in their lives and are now run by C.H.I.P.S® (Christians Helping In Primary Schools).

In 2023 we will be trialling a Life Gets Better Adventure Day instead of a weekend camp. Our hope is that we will be able to run more days throughout each year, to assist children who have been impacted by trauma, grief or loss.

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The Adventure Day will be a time of encouragement where children get to see they are not alone in their troubles and that others who have gone through similar things have found a way for ‘Life to Get Better’.

The children will make new friends and will be entertained during session times with tricks, games and puppets! The campsites C.H.I.P.S® uses are fully catered and have fantastic facilities.

Life Gets Better® camps are a time of joy and refreshment in a caring, Christian environment, where children are paired with a trained, adult Buddy. All work is done in groups and children are at no time left by themselves. All volunteers are required to have a current Working With Children Check or VIT Card, attend CHIPS’ training sessions and adhere to our Child Safe Policies.

C.H.I.P.S® needs other volunteers to assist in areas such as: admin.; craft preparation; Saturday set-up and pack-down helpers, etc. If you are interested in being a Buddy or helping in another area during the day, please fill in this application form. We’d love to have you join us!

Adventure Day Details

When:
Saturday October 28th

Where:
Phillip Island Adventure Resort
1775 Phillip Island Rd, Cowes

Registration:
Saturday 28th October @ Berwick Church of Christ
432-446 Centre Rd, Berwick

Time:
7.00am registration. 8.00am departure.

The Adventure Day Ends:
Saturday 28th October @ Berwick Church of Christ
(After all the children have been picked up).

Adventure Day Training Dates

New Volunteer Training

Venue:
C.H.I.P.S® Office
3/12-14 Apollo Drive, Hallam (cnr of David Lee Rd)

Wednesday 4th October @ 7.00pm-9.30pm OR
Saturday 7th October @ 9.00am-11.30am

Return Volunteer Training

Venue:
C.H.I.P.S® Office
3/12-14 Apollo Drive, Hallam (cnr of David Lee Rd)

Thursday 12th October @ 7.00pm-9.30pm OR
Saturday 14th October @ 9.00am-11.30am

Tribe Meeting & Prayer Time

Venue:
C.H.I.P.S® Office
3/12-14 Apollo Drive, Hallam (cnr of David Lee Rd)

Tuesday 17th October
Tribe Meeting @ 7.00pm-8.00pm
Prayer time @ 8.00pm-9.00pm

THIS ADVENTURE DAY HAS BEEN SPONSORED BY THE 2021 'SUNRISE TO SUNSET' CHALLENGE FUNDRAISER

ALL FORMS TO BE RETURNED NO LATER THAN THURSDAY 12TH OCTOBER

Email: enquiries@chips.org.au or Post: PO BOX 291, Narre Warren 3805.

Any other questions- please call C.H.I.P.S® on 9702 5528 or 0435 024 477 (043 50 CHIPS)

What You Need To Bring:

As you know Melbourne’s weather can vary so a variety of clothes (for warm & cold weather) will be needed. Please ensure all items are named.

You Will Need:

A Small Backpack

Comfortable Clothing

Hat (to keep the sun off)

Medication (which you've listed on page 5)

Runners/Boots

A Smile!

What You Can’t Bring:

Matches or Lighters

Alcohol/Non-Prescription Drugs

Cigarettes/Vapes

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The following is a checklist of information and documents you will need to complete this form:

Copy of drivers licence, passport or birth certificate/extract

Personal and emergency contact details

Contact details for two personal referees not related to you (first time applicants only)

Working With Children Check/VIT details or receipt of application of WWCC

Allergy, dietary and medication needs

Medicare, health fund, health care or pension card, doctor and ambulance membership details

Child Safe Policy Statement

At C.H.I.P.S®, we are committed to providing a safe environment for all children and protecting them from any form of harm, including abuse. Our Child Safe Policy provides an outline of the policies and practices we have developed to keep everyone safe.

We value diversity and do not tolerate any discriminatory practices. Our programs are based on Christian values and are run in a culturally and religiously sensitive manner. We apply thorough and rigorous standards in the recruitment and screening of all staff and volunteers, who we train and equip to safely support and encourage the children attending our programs. We have developed Codes of Conduct to guide our staff and volunteers.

Anyone, including parents, children, schools, volunteers and staff should report any child safety concerns to the C.H.I.P.S® Child Safety Officer or any C.H.I.P.S® leader. Anyone may also contact the police, DHHS Child Protection or Child First at any time if they believe on reasonable grounds, that a child is in need of protection.

C.H.I.P.S®’ Child Safe Policies and Code of Conduct for staff and volunteers are available at www.chips.org.au or by request to C.H.I.P.S®.

Please read C.H.I.P.S®’ Child Safe Policy now and you will be asked to sign your agreement after we have processed your application.

 

Privacy - Notification Statement
This application form, once completed, will contain personal, sensitive and health information about you. The information sought is reasonably necessary for your role as a volunteer with C.H.I.P.S®.

C.H.I.P.S®’ Privacy Policy details why we collect this information, who we may disclose it to, and the main consequences of not collecting it. C.H.I.P.S®’ Privacy Policy also contains information about how you may seek access to, or correction of, the information held about you, and C.H.I.P.S®’ complaint resolution procedures. C.H.I.P.S®’ Privacy Policy is available at www.chips.org.au or by request to C.H.I.P.S®.

Please read C.H.I.P.S®’ Privacy Policy now and you will be asked to sign your agreement after we have processed your application.

Volunteer Details

Adventure Day Details - scroll down to check over your profile and submit your application

(First time volunteers only) - Please provide a copy of your Driver’s Licence, Passport or Birth Extract/Certificate

(First time volunteers only) - Please provide a copy of your Driver’s Licence, Passport or Birth Extract/Certificate
Maximum upload size: 16.78MB

Emergency Contact (whilst on the day)

Emergency Contact (whilst on the day)

More about you

More about you

Do you need transport to and from The Resort? *
Do you have certification in any of the following?
Do you have previous training or background in dealing with children? *
Have you ever attended another children’s camp? *
Briefly describe your personality: *

If you are applying to be a helper

If you are applying to be a helper

Saturday Registration Helper (at the church):
Saturday Registration Helper (times of availability):

Volunteer Preference

Volunteer Preference

Which of the following areas are you looking to be involved in on the Adventure Day: *
If you are applying to be a child’s Buddy, what age child would you like to be with (if possible):

Personal References

Personal References:

(First time volunteers only) - Please do not include relatives.

Residential Address
Residential Address
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State
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Residential Address
Residential Address
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State
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Spirituality

Spirituality

We respect all beliefs and values.

Do you have a faith? *
Are you affiliated with a church or faith organisation? *
Are you involved in any other church or para-church ministries? *

Personal Background

Personal Background

Open and honest relationships are important to C.H.I.P.S®. All information is strictly confidential. We will need to discuss any of the experiences (referenced below) with you before determining your suitability to attend the Adventure Day.

If you do not wish to disclose this information here, please tick the box below and we will contact you:
Please tick anything below which you have experienced:

Please note:
All information is strictly confidential and any information given will not automatically rule out any applicant.

Working With Children Check (WWCC)/VIT

Working With Children Check (WWCC)/VIT

A current WWCC or VIT card is compulsory for all Life Gets Better® Adventure Day helpers aged 16 years and above. The WWCC lasts for 5 years and is free for volunteers.
See http://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au

Please add C.H.I.P.S® as one of your nominated WWCC organisations before you hand this form in by logging into your WWCC account. Use these details: CHIPS, PO BOX 291, Narre Warren, VIC 3805 Ph: 03 9702 5528.
If you do not have a WWCC, before you hand this form in, please apply for it online and include C.H.I.P.S® as one of your organisations with the details shown above.

Please attach the following to this form (if you are a new Volunteer):
- a photocopy of your WWCC and a screen shot showing C.H.I.P.S® as one of your WWCC organisations OR
- a copy of the receipt you will be emailed upon applying for a WWCC OR
- a photocopy of your current VIT card (if applicable)
Maximum upload size: 4MB

Payment Details

Payment Details

The cost for this Adventure Day has been sponsored by the 2021 'Sunrise to Sunset Challenge' Fundraiser.  

If you would still like to make a tax deductible donation to CHIPS® please see the details below:

Our preferred method of payment is via Give Now, see https://www.givenow.com.au/chips
Follow the prompts and you will automatically receive a tax deductible receipt. Alternatively you can transfer payment to the C.H.I.P.S® bank account.

BANK: Bendigo Bank
BANK ACCOUNT NAME: Christians Helping in Primary Schools
BSB: 633 000
ACCOUNT No: 1300 52194
REF: Use your full name

Returning Volunteer? *
Note: This form is an application only. Suitable applicants will be informed of their acceptance when all application criteria have been met.
​If you would like to donate to buy a soft toy for a child on the Adventure Day, please complete the section below:
​The cost of this Adventure Day has been covered by the 2021 'Sunrise to Sunset Challenge' Fundraiser.

Medical History

Medical History

(This section is required to ensure that C.H.I.P.S® is aware of any medical condition/injury you have which may affect you whilst on the Adventure Day.)

Do you have any medical problems? *
(Please Note: For safety reasons Prescription Medications are either to be given to the nurse, or locked in a vehicle.)
Do you smoke? *
Have you had any serious injuries over the past three years? *
Are you allergic to any medication? *
Are you allergic to anything else? (Please be specific if you have a food allergy or food anaphylaxis.) *
Do you have special dietary requirements? *

By submitting this form, I hereby certify the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and I agree to the conditions of the application process.

Note: This form is an application only. Suitable applicants will be informed of their acceptance when all application criteria have been met. The Director and / or Board of C.H.I.P.S® reserves the right to decline an application at any stage of the application process, if an applicant is considered to be unsuitable. Acceptance will also be determined by the gender and ages of the children booked to attend the Adventure Day.

Consent and Authorisation

Consent and Authorisation

In the case of an emergency, I am aware that the C.H.I.P.S® leaders or designated helpers will:

  • Advise the emergency contact listed above
  • Seek medical attention or assistance for me, at the nearest or most convenient medical/emergency facility
  • Arrange transport for me if required (this may require transport by ambulance)

Whilst C.H.I.P.S and its leaders will take all reasonable care to secure my safety, I understand that neither C.H.I.P.S®, ‘Life Gets Better’® leaders, nor designated helpers, will be held responsible for any injuries incurred to me, as a result of the day's activities. C.H.I.P.S® and ‘Life Gets Better’® leaders and helpers will not be held responsible for any costs incurred in securing medical treatment for me; including medical assistance, treatment, ambulance, etc.

I hereby state that I wish to attend the ‘Life Gets Better’® Adventure Day, and agree that all C.H.I.P.S® staff and volunteers cannot be held liable for any accident or injuries that may occur during the duration of the day; which includes travel to and returning from the campsite. I consent to C.H.I.P.S® collecting, using and disclosing the personal, sensitive and health information on this form for the purpose of my participation in the ‘Life Get Better’® Adventure Day, and in accordance with C.H.I.P.S’ Privacy Policy.

I agree to C.H.I.P.S® using any photos or videos taken of me on the ‘Life Gets Better’® Adventure Day for promotional purposes.

I, the undersigned, have read the consent and authorisation and understand all its terms. I execute it voluntarily and with full knowledge of its significance.

The information on this form will be held by the C.H.I.P.S® leaders. This information may be disclosed to private medical or para-medical staff or other relevant officers, in the event of an accident or emergency.

Do you consent? *
I am applying to Volunteer on the following Adventure Day: *

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PO BOX 291
Narre Warren VIC 3805
p: (03) 9702 5528
e: enquiries@chips.org.au
w: www.chips.org.au

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