Awareness Raising Volunteer- Staffordshire

Alzheimer's Society; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A health organization is seeking community volunteers in Willenhall to support local events and raise awareness about dementia. This role requires good communication skills and a passion for helping others. Volunteers need to commit 2-3 hours per month to participate in various events and activities. Interested candidates aged 16 and above can apply via email at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Enjoy meeting members of the public and attending local events.
• Able to volunteer both independently and within a local team.
• Minimum age – 16 years old.

Responsibilities

• Support local events and hold information stands.
• Establish connections with local organizations and groups.
• Ensure public information is accurate and up to date.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Passion for raising awareness

Job description

About The Role

About The Role

If you’d like to support your local community by helping to ensure that people who are worried about or affected by dementia are aware of the support and advice services we offer, we have just the role for you!

You’ll support local events, hold information stands, and display leaflets in a variety of venues and locations highly visible in your community, such as libraries and GP surgeries. You’ll make sure the information publicised in your community is up to date and accurate. You’ll also establish connections with local organisations and community groups to help achieve widespread awareness of the support we offer. As a representative of Alzheimer's Society, we will provide you with branded clothing, and you may also have the opportunity to be included in event pictures to showcase the Society work in the local media.

This is a flexible volunteering role supporting across the Rugeley and Cannock villages area, with an expected commitment of 2-3 hours per month, depending on events.

Interested? For more information please contact

[e-mail]

What you’ll be like for the role

You’ll be great for the role if:

• You enjoy meeting members of the public and attending local events.
• You are passionate about raising awareness about dementia in your local community.
• You have good communication and interpersonal skills.
• You are able to volunteer both independently and within a local team.
• You are able to travel to a variety of venues or events, bringing with you the relevant support information and materials.

Minimum age – 16 years old

Where and when do I need to be available?

This is a flexible volunteer role which is carried out within your local area and on various days and times to suit your availability.

If you find completing online applications difficult, please don\u2019t let this stop you from applying....please call or email us and we can support you with the application process. You can contact the Volunteering Support Team by emailing [e-mail] or call on 0300 222 5706

About Alzheimer’s Society

About Alzheimer’s Society

Alzheimer’s Society is here for everyone affected by dementia.

By 2025, an estimated 1 million people will be living with the condition in the UK, and many millions more carers, partners, families and friends will be affected.

Dementia is a complex condition, and there’s no one-size fits all solution but until we find a cure, our aim is to transform lives today.

We do this by:

• Providing flexible support services so that people with dementia, their carers and loved ones, can access expert advice and guidance, support through their most challenging days, and a safe space to turn when they need it.
• Being a force for change - using research and influencing to push for breakthroughs that will change the lives of people affected by dementia now and in future.

Our Values

Determined to make a difference:We\u2019re passionate, we\u2019re focused and we make a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.

Trusted expert:We\u2019re listening, we\u2019re learning and we use experience and evidence.

Better together:We\u2019re open, we combine our strengths and we achieve more together.

Compassionate:We\u2019re kind, we\u2019re honest and we don\u2019t shy away from challenges.

Equal opportunities

Alzheimer’s Society is committed to equal opportunities.

Alzheimer’s Society embraces diversity, inclusion and accessibility for all of our people. We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. This means ensuring our recruitment processes are barrier-free and as inclusive as possible to everyone. We will look at making reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition.