Befriender Volunteer

Mountain Financial Printing & Design Group; Wembley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks compassionate and friendly volunteer befrienders to provide companionship to residents. This role involves regular meetings over tea and conversation, fostering meaningful connections while respecting personal boundaries. Volunteers will receive training and support, ensuring a fulfilling experience. If you have a few hours to spare and a warm personality, this opportunity to make a difference in the community is perfect for you.

Benefits

Training for the role

Access to a volunteer supervisor

Monthly volunteer newsletter

Online support network on Zoom

Qualifications

• Ability to provide companionship and engage in conversations.
• Commitment to regular volunteering and following safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Meet regularly with residents for companionship.
• Complete training and attend volunteer supervisions.

Skills

Good listening skills

Warm and chatty personality

Job description

We are currently looking for volunteer befrienders at our service in Brent, 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 provide companionship to our residents by meeting together regularly for a cup of tea and a chat.

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' Involving Volunteers Application Form 2022 - Volunteer