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Befriender Volunteer

mtnfin

Blackburn

On-site

GBP 10,000 - 40,000

Part time

14 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals to join as Befriender Volunteers at their supported living service. This role involves providing companionship to adults with mental health needs, helping them gain confidence and engage with the local community. Volunteers will enjoy flexible hours, training, and support while making a meaningful difference in someone's life. If you're warm-hearted and enjoy conversations, this opportunity is perfect for you to contribute positively and create lasting friendships.

Benefits

Training provided
Access to a volunteer supervisor
Monthly volunteer newsletter
Online volunteer support network

Qualifications

  • Warm and chatty personality with good listening skills.
  • Ability to engage with individuals and build rapport.

Responsibilities

  • Meet regularly with service users to provide companionship.
  • Follow safeguarding procedures and report any concerns.
  • Attend regular volunteer supervisions and complete training.

Skills

Good listening skills
Communication skills
Empathy

Education

No formal education required

Job description

Join to apply for the Befriender Volunteer role at Mountain Financial Printing & Design Group

We are currently looking for volunteer befrienders at our supported living service in Blackburn for adults with mental health needs. If you have a couple of hours to spare and can commit to volunteering on a regular basis, we'd love to hear from you.

Are you a warm and chatty person, who's also a good listener? We are looking for befrienders who can help someone gain confidence and engage with the local community. The role can involve meeting regularly to have a cup of tea and a chat or maybe going for walks, trips to a local café, or supporting somebody to attend their appointments.

We can be flexible on days and times in line with the needs of our Service Users.

As a volunteer with Creative Support we offer training for your role, access to a volunteer supervisor, an induction, a monthly volunteer newsletter, and an online volunteer support network group on Zoom.

Volunteer Duties
  • Meet on a regular basis
  • Follow safeguarding procedures, and report any concerns
  • Develop a friendship and enjoy conversations together whilst respecting boundaries
  • Complete any training provided
  • Attend regular volunteer supervisions with your volunteer supervisor
Application Instructions

To apply, download our volunteer application form.

Seniority level
  • Entry level
Employment type
  • Part-time
Job function
  • Other
  • Industries: Individual and Family Services
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