Age UK Connect and Support Volunteer

AGE UK; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A charitable organization is seeking Connect and Support Volunteers to provide practical guidance and emotional support to older people throughout the UK. The role is fully remote, allowing volunteers to assist from their own homes. Successful candidates will be good listeners, empathetic, and proactive in problem-solving while maintaining professional boundaries.

Qualifications

• Able to maintain professional boundaries while offering support.
• Good listeners with patience and empathy.
• Assertive and proactive in finding solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical guidance and emotional support to older people.
• Advocate on behalf of older people and find solutions.
• Contribute to a supportive volunteer community.

Skills

Good listening skills

Patience

Empathy

Assertive

Proactive problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Age UK Connect and Support Volunteer

Empower older people and help them access the support they need!

Our Connect and Support Volunteers provide practical guidance and emotional support to older people, helping them navigate services and overcome challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical guidance and emotional support to older people, helping them navigate services and overcome challenges.
• Advocate on behalf of older people and use problem-solving skills to find solutions.
• Respect professional boundaries while offering support.
• Contribute to a supportive volunteer community and share experiences.

Qualifications

• Good listeners with patience and empathy.
• Assertive and proactive in finding solutions.
• Able to maintain professional boundaries while offering support.

Details

This role is fully remote—you can help people all over the UK from your own home.