1.1.V.70 Voluntary work
Definition
Voluntary work is work that a recipient undertakes for an approved organisation:
- willingly, AND
- without payment other than for out-of-pocket expenses.
Different eligibility rules apply for recipients wishing to undertake voluntary work to satisfy or partially satisfy mutual obligation requirements, depending on their age, their assessed work capacity, whether they are a principal carer of a child, and duration receiving income support.
Unpaid work performed under a CSO is NOT considered to be voluntary work.
Act reference: SS(Admin)Act section 40R Persons engaged in work
Policy reference: SS Guide 3.11.3.30 Voluntary work
Definition: MOB
See 3.6.6.53 for voluntary work arrangements for the purposes of MOB.