Which volunteer role in Scouts is the right fit for you?

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Quiz Questions

1.
What does your ideal weekend in Scouting look like?
- A.
  Guiding young people through adventures in the outdoors and helping other adults to facilitate these experiences for their sections
- B.
  Working with a team of other adults to organise a great fundraiser for Scouts at a local event
- C.
  Supporting young people to lead activities for their Patrols and have fun on a Scout camp
- D.
  Contributing to the organisation of a large-scale event for many youth and adults from all corners of Scouting
- E.
  At a brain-stimulating leadership weekend, strategising with other adults about the future of our organisation
- F.
  Providing support to frontline Leaders to grow their Groups and deliver an excellent youth program
2.
Which of these words best describes how you want to see yourself in the context of your role?
- A.
  A coach, challenging those around me to be their best
- B.
  A visionary, focused on progress and able to give motivation
- C.
  A pacesetter, providing help and setting goals to work toward
- D.
  A guide, promoting development of distinct skills
- E.
  A supporter, encouraging collaboration and improvement
- F.
  An organiser, making things happen on time and with big results
3.
You have been asked to speak at an upcoming ARAP about the last twelve months of Scouting. In your speech, you emphasise...
- A.
  The skill development and learning that our youth members have undertaken
- B.
  The major events and trips that your youth members have attended
- C.
  The growth of the organisation
- D.
  Your great leadership team and their hard work
- E.
  The exciting outdoor adventures that different Units have been on
- F.
  The last twelve months? You're already thinking about the next twelve months and our future direction
4.
How much time do you have to contribute to an adult role in Scouts?
- A.
  Only weekends now and then, with maybe time for an occasional weeknight meeting
- B.
  Plenty of time, I'll be able to easily make Scouting work around my other commitments
- C.
  I can commit to regular weeknights and a weekend activity every now and then
- D.
  I'd prefer a behind-the-scenes role, providing support and attending meetings as often as I can
- E.
  I can chip away at a task in the lead-up to something big which needs organising
- F.
  I can do periodic meetings on weeknights, am able to complete frequent admin tasks, and would love to get around and support local Scout events and activities
5.
What are your tools of choice when it comes to a role?
- A.
  A compass and map
- B.
  Butcher's paper and pens
- C.
  An activity program and badges to give out
- D.
  A chair at a meeting table
- E.
  Need my hands free for shaking other people's hands
- F.
  A well-organised schedule and watch
6.
Of these, which is your favourite quote?
- A.
  'Life begins at the end of your comfort zone' - Neale Donald Walsch
- B.
  'All labour that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence' - Martin Luther King, Jr.
- C.
  'Continuous effort - not strength or intelligence - is the key to unlocking our potential' - Winston Churchill
- D.
  'Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much' - Helen Keller
- E.
  'We must teach our children to dream with their eyes open' - Harry Edwards
- F.
  'The quality of a life is determined by its activities' - Aristotle
7.
When it does come time for you to leave Scouts, what would you like to be able to say about your time in an adult role?
- A.
  I inspired a love of outdoor adventure in people young and old
- B.
  I made a difference in my local community
- C.
  I was part of the planning and delivery of an experience of a lifetime for heaps of young people
- D.
  I was part of a great team that allowed young people to learn skills for life
- E.
  I contributed to the growth and improvement of Scouts to the benefit of members present and future
- F.
  I led a hard-working team whose passion and dedication contributed to the ongoing success of Scouts as an organisation

Quiz Outcomes

1.
You'd make an awesome Adventurous Activities Team Member!
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With your passion for the outdoors and willingness to share it with others, you'll be right at home in one of the Adventurous Activities teams. You see yourself as a guide to others on their adventures and are always looking for your next challenge.Adventurous Activities at Scouts Victoria encompasses nine teams across a variety of areas, including Bushwalking, Alpine, Cycling, Vertical, Padding, Sailing and Aquatics. These teams comprise like-minded and fun-loving adventure experts who are responsible for delivering training courses and general support in the Outdoor Adventure Skills stream of the youth program.Members of the Adventurous Activity teams bring leadership, communication and teamwork skills, as well as unbridled positivity that keeps everyone smiling if the weather turns nasty. They're also committed to the highest standards of safety and act as the eyes and ears to keep young people safe while they're pushing their comfort zone. Involvement in Adventurous Activities typically begins with attendance on a particular team's course, and can lead to life-changing trips and even recognised outdoor recreation qualifications.
2.
You'd make an awesome Group Leader, Assistant Group Leader, or Support Committee member!
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With your commitment to the community and excellent organisational abilities, any Scout Group would be lucky to have you on its team. You're keen to provide support and ensure that our Leaders are equipped to deliver a high-quality and well-resourced youth program.Group Leaders are responsible for the management and growth of their Group and the youth sections within it. They work closely with their team of Leaders, the Group's Support Committee, and a supportive District leadership team. Group Leaders are ably assisted by Assistant Group Leaders, and this is a great place for young Leaders to start. Support Committees are non-uniformed volunteers who coordinate a range of functions in support of the Group's Leaders, including finance, fundraising, equipment, and Hall hire.For any of these roles, communication skills are crucial and you'll delight in welcoming new parents to the Scout Group and making their experience in Scouting an active one. Group Leaders and their Support Committees engage in a large amount of planning, which acts to secure the Group's sustainability and advancement into the future. Speak to your local Group Leader or District Commissioner today about opportunities in your area, or get in touch with us and we'll be able to help.
3.
You'd make an awesome Youth Program Leader!
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With your leadership skills and passion for the incredible opportunities on offer in Scouts, you would be a great fit as a Youth Program Leader in either Joeys, Cubs, Scouts or Venturers. You love working as part of a team and are highly motivated to deliver a fun, challenging, adventurous and inclusive program for the youth members in your Unit.Youth Program Leaders support youth members to create and lead activities that foster their social, physical, intellectual, character, emotional and spiritual development. They act as a coach for each Scout on their personal progression journey through the Achievement Pathways, and develop a safe and stimulating learning environment in which all youth can be their best selves.To be successful in one of these roles, which could see you working with children as young as 5 or teenagers as old as 18, you will need relentless enthusiasm and a willingness to place our youth members at the centre of everything we do. Being a Youth Program Leader entails a weekly commitment on a weeknight, as well as regular camps and other activities. Speak to your local Group Leader today about available opportunities!
4.
You'd make an awesome District or Region leadership team member!
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With your dedication to assisting others and keen interest in growing Scouts, you'll be right at home in a District or Region leadership role. These positions take many shapes and sizes and can include District Leaders for development, adult training or a youth section, Section Commissioners in each Region, and Assistant Region Commissioners.Behind every success is a great deal of support, and Scouts is no different. The teams managing our 50 Districts and 11 Regions ensure coordinated, proactive and highly effective support is given to Groups delivering Scouting in their communities. They provide a network of strength and advocacy, mobilising and motivating people to become engaged and involved so as to deliver the Scout program to more young people.Communication and management skills are part and parcel of District and Region roles. The opportunities that these teams present are limitless, so come on board today.
5.
You'd make an awesome State or National team member!
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With your aspiration to see our organisation reach its full potential, aim high and consider a leadership role in the Victorian Branch or on Scouts Australia's National team. You think about the big picture, but are also focused on ensuring that the minutiae details add up to a movement unmatched in the education it gives young people.The Branch and National levels of the organisation offer a wide variety of roles and responsibilities for personal growth. The portfolios are endless and could see you become a Deputy National Commissioner, State Commissioner, State Leader, member of a committee, or something totally different. Youth and adults in every local Group rely on a strong support structure and a visionary strategic direction for Scouts.Among the keys to success in these roles are a genuine belief in the Purpose and Method of Scouting, a willingness to contribute in large and small ways, and high-level communication skills. Keep your eyes peeled for opportunities as they arise in Be Informed and the National News.
6.
You'd make an awesome event team member!
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With your excellent organisational abilities and passion for the opportunities that Scouts offers, any of the countless organising committees and event management teams within the movement would be lucky to have you on board. If you've ever attended a major event and started thinking about areas where the organisers could make improvements, you're only a few steps away from making those improvements as an organiser yourself.As you know from your time as a youth member, Scout calendars are nothing if not busy! There are a vast number of events in need of hard-working and highly organised volunteers: state and regional camps, international contingents, local fundraisers, and performing arts shows, just to name a few. The value that youth and adults derive from these programs in unparalleled in the way they create close friendships and lasting memories.Event team members bring commitment, a collaborative approach, and planning and project management skills. Their highest priority is the engagement, safety and welfare of all involved, working to make sure that everyone enjoys a fun and inclusive event experience.