Cafe Coordinator for Parkinson's UK (Arnold Area)
OFFERED BY:
Parkinson's UKLocation(s): Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: This is a home-based opportunity How many places are on offer? 1
Purpose of Role:
People consistently tell us that meeting others living with Parkinson's is the most important support they want locally. Volunteers run Parkinson's cafes to provide an informal way of doing just that for a couple of hours each week.
As a cafe coordinator you'll meet new people, bringing them together to share experiences and support one another - you included.
As a cafe coordinator you'll meet new people, bringing them together to share experiences and support one another - you included.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
From picking a venue such as pub or cafe, to spreading the word, you'll be supported by Parkinson's UK staff, while developing valuable organisational and communication skills.
What you will be doing
Ensure the cafe gathering takes place on a set day and time, and that those attending are warmly welcomed
Work with the chosen venue effectively, which could include activities such as ordering, making and serving refreshments, or organising a raffle on the day
Provide updates and feedback to relevant Parkinson's UK staff members about how the cafe session are going
What's in it for you
You'll meet new people, forging friendships and connections in your area
You'll be supporting your community, knowing that thanks to you people affected by Parkinson's have vital support
We'll support you to learn more about Parkinson's, and you'll be able to develop your organisational and communication skills
Other information
It's important that people affected by Parkinson’s can trust us with their
personal information. You would be handling personal or sensitive data, so by
undertaking this role you'll need to complete our Advanced Data Protection
training. Your Parkinson’s UK staff contact can help you do this. You will also be
required to sign a confidentiality agreement
What you will be doing
Ensure the cafe gathering takes place on a set day and time, and that those attending are warmly welcomed
Work with the chosen venue effectively, which could include activities such as ordering, making and serving refreshments, or organising a raffle on the day
Provide updates and feedback to relevant Parkinson's UK staff members about how the cafe session are going
What's in it for you
You'll meet new people, forging friendships and connections in your area
You'll be supporting your community, knowing that thanks to you people affected by Parkinson's have vital support
We'll support you to learn more about Parkinson's, and you'll be able to develop your organisational and communication skills
Other information
It's important that people affected by Parkinson’s can trust us with their
personal information. You would be handling personal or sensitive data, so by
undertaking this role you'll need to complete our Advanced Data Protection
training. Your Parkinson’s UK staff contact can help you do this. You will also be
required to sign a confidentiality agreement
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Warm and friendly; you'll be a good communicator, open to working and interacting with a range of people
Patient and empathetic, in order to deal with sensitive issues and topics
Patient and empathetic, in order to deal with sensitive issues and topics
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:
Please talk to us about yyour access needs
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 take place at your own pace
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? No