Community / Befriending Volunteer
OFFERED BY:
TuVidaLocation(s): Aspley, Basford, Berridge, Bestwood, Bilborough, Bulwell, Bulwell Forest, Castle, Clifton East, Clifton West, Dales, Hyson Green and Arboretum, Leen Valley, Lenton and Wollaton East, Mapperley, Meadows, Radford, Sherwood, St Ann's, Wollaton West, Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: 19 Pelham Road Sherwood Nottingham NG5 1APHow many places are on offer? Several
Purpose of Role:
Be a friend with a friendly smile, go for a walk, a coffee and a chat make a difference to someone's life with your company. Can you be that friend?
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
We are looking for friendly and reliable volunteers to visit people over the age of 18 with a range of health conditions and disabilities, their families and carers on a regular basis for up to three hours per week, to offer social and emotional support.
As a volunteer you will take on a number of simple yet crucial tasks, usually at the home of the person you will help, that will make a huge difference. You will provide one-to-one companionship and support, offer a listening ear and spend time engaging in everyday conversation, activities or hobbies with the person you are supporting.
The activities you carry out depend on the preferences and needs of the person you are supporting, so you may spend time accompanying the person to appointments, social groups or trips out and about! This role is wide-ranging and the support you offer will vary according to the needs of those using the service, though it's important to note that the volunteer does not provide any personal care.
What's in it for you?
You will have the opportunity to join a friendly supportive team
Make a real difference to carers
Give something back to the local community.
Gain new skills and use existing talents.
Gain work experience if considering a career change or looking for paid work in the field.
Do something valuable and rewarding with your free time in a supportive care environment.
Meet new people and get involved in our regular social and fundraising events.
The satisfaction of helping other people, be part of an organisation that will value you
As a volunteer you will take on a number of simple yet crucial tasks, usually at the home of the person you will help, that will make a huge difference. You will provide one-to-one companionship and support, offer a listening ear and spend time engaging in everyday conversation, activities or hobbies with the person you are supporting.
The activities you carry out depend on the preferences and needs of the person you are supporting, so you may spend time accompanying the person to appointments, social groups or trips out and about! This role is wide-ranging and the support you offer will vary according to the needs of those using the service, though it's important to note that the volunteer does not provide any personal care.
What's in it for you?
You will have the opportunity to join a friendly supportive team
Make a real difference to carers
Give something back to the local community.
Gain new skills and use existing talents.
Gain work experience if considering a career change or looking for paid work in the field.
Do something valuable and rewarding with your free time in a supportive care environment.
Meet new people and get involved in our regular social and fundraising events.
The satisfaction of helping other people, be part of an organisation that will value you
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Essential skills
Committed and reliable, with the ability to keep appointments.
Patience and empathy
A good understanding of the importance of confidentiality and a respect for other people's privacy.
Flexible and able to operate within the boundaries of the role
A friendly and sensitive approach
Excellent listening skills and an ability to build a rapport with others
Respect for individuals regardless of their race, age, gender, culture, religion, disability and sexual orientation.
An Enhanced DBS check is required, we cover the cost
You gain
A great feeling of happiness through supporting others
experience to add to your CV
A reference after 3 months
training and support
Being part of a team and a caring organisation.
Committed and reliable, with the ability to keep appointments.
Patience and empathy
A good understanding of the importance of confidentiality and a respect for other people's privacy.
Flexible and able to operate within the boundaries of the role
A friendly and sensitive approach
Excellent listening skills and an ability to build a rapport with others
Respect for individuals regardless of their race, age, gender, culture, religion, disability and sexual orientation.
An Enhanced DBS check is required, we cover the cost
You gain
A great feeling of happiness through supporting others
experience to add to your CV
A reference after 3 months
training and support
Being part of a team and a caring organisation.
WHEN REQUIRED:
This grid shows when you can volunteer for this opportunity.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
18+
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
Depends on who you are matched to - talk to us to arrange
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
We will try to respond to volunteer enquiries within one week
How long to complete training and recruitment?
This will be taken at your pace and dependant on DBS timescales
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? Yes