Support Us

We get basic support from the State Government for administration and some targeted support from local councils for specific programs. We are however reliant on our generous individual donors, service clubs and supporting churches. If you wish to help us, here are some ways you may consider:

Other Payment Methods

BANK DEPOSIT
Name: Dixon House / BSB: 033090
Acc. Number: 449020

PAYPAL

CASH
In person - see office hours below (tax deduction available via the Anglican Benevolent Fund)

For Participants - Android Phones

For Participants - Windows PC

For Tutors - Windows PC

For Tutors - Windows PC

Cultural Diversity Community Lunch
12pm, Wednesday 25th March

Monash Council is hosting a lunch event open to all in the local community celebrating Cultural Diversity Week. There will be a delicious catered Indian meal and the opportunity to connect with Dixon House and with others in your local community. Register here.

FOSTERING INTEGRATION - 3 FREE Programs for Migrants (running July to November 2019)

• EMPLOYMENT - support group for unemployed adults, free workshops on employment in Australia, and one-to-one mentoring from a local professional.
• ENGLISH AND AUSTRALIAN CULTURE - learn English at a post-beginner level, learn about Australian history, culture, idioms, and go on fun excursions.
• YOUTH - explore a creative arts area such as drama, music, dance, or film.

Click above to register

Volunteer Jobsearch Mentor - APPLY HERE

Staff
Homework Club and Volunteer Management Officer

Beginner's Computer Class

What every beginner needs! Learn how to use the internet, email, word processing in a small group environment with an experienced IT professional.
Starts Tuesday 28th May, runs for FIVE weeks
Every Tuesday from 1:30-3:00pm, cost is $75, register below.

Current Vacancies

art Group (Special Needs) Volunteer (URGENT)

We have an art group which is attended by adults with special needs. We are looking for volunteers, not necessarily good with art, but good with people, who can support the students to undertake their art tasks. This could also suit someone who is studying in the area of community services or disability.
Requirements - people focused and patient
Commitment - 8 weeks per school term - Wednesdays 1:30pm -3:30pm  
Benefits

• hands on experience with those with special needs
• learn about art from a qualified art therapist / artist
• be a part of a fulfilling and fun group 
• get experience in a local neighbourhood centre and be exposed to its various activities

ONE-TO-ONE ENGLISH TUTORS

We are looking for people to tutor English on a one-to-one basis at Dixon House. Materials and instruction will be provided.
Requirements - excellent command of English and some spare time
Commitment - weekly during the school term for an hour  
Time - this is flexible and can be negotiated with the student - we are currently in urgent need of volunteers on Tuesday evenings 6-8pm.
Benefits

• helping someone to learn English which can have a profound impact on their day-to-day life, employability, sense of connectedness, and self-esteem 
• it is a good way to give back to the community
• helps you to develop interpersonal and communication skills 
• provides an opportunity to learn about another culture
• helps you to develop your teaching skills
• provides you with valuable work experience for future employability either in teaching English or in general

​VOLUNTEER HOMEWORK CLUB TUTORS

Additional tutors are required to support children in Years 4-8 with their homework and assignments. Tutors work with one (or two) children from different cultural backgrounds each week, using the workbooks, computers and educational games provided. The classroom gets lively with additional group activity during the session. There is scope for you to use your other talents to make the learning experience fun and engaging for the children.
Requirements – Advanced English skills, love and patience for working with children, and teaching ability.
Responsibilities – set up and put away resources and materials, prepare refreshments and clean up afterwards.
Commitment -  once a week on Wednesdays, 3.30pm – 5.45pm during school terms and attending training each term, with a minimum of 6 months commitment.
Other information – please see the position description attached.
Application - please apply by completing the online application HERE. 

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Volunteer
Please check again as we update this section regularly.
Paid
Fostering Integration Project Officer - Position Description 

Wednesday Reception & Administration Officer - Position Description 
Friday Reception and Emergency Relief Support - Position Description

NEEDED Community Lunch Volunteers. Details HERE.  
IELTS Preparation Support Class POSTPONED due to insufficient numbers. Please go HERE to register your interest.
Enrolments - while most programs have started, it is still not too late to join.

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