Community Link Volunteer- Coventry

TN United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Community Link Volunteer, where you will play a vital role in connecting with diverse communities in Coventry. Your efforts will help raise awareness about dementia, support individuals in sharing their stories, and ensure that vital services are accessible to those in need. This role is perfect for those passionate about community engagement and looking to make a meaningful impact. If you are fluent in community languages or come from an underrepresented background, your skills will be invaluable in reaching those who may be at risk of isolation.

Qualifications

• Fluency in a community language is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and community engagement skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Build and strengthen community links to raise awareness of dementia.
• Identify and support individuals affected by dementia.

Skills

Fluency in community languages (e.g., Somali, South Asian languages, Farsi, Polish)

Communication Skills

Community Engagement

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Community Link Volunteer - Coventry, Coventry

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Client:

Alzheimer's Society

Location:

Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

2

Posted:

07.05.2025

Expiry Date:

21.06.2025

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About The Role

Help us to extend our reach!

We are here for anyone affected by dementia and are keen to reach people in all communities, including those who may be more at risk of isolation through language, accessibility needs, identity or background.

You’ll play a crucial role in building and strengthening community links and raising awareness of the services we have available. You’ll take part in events and talk to groups to raise awareness of dementia and to identify people affected by dementia who can share their dementia story with their wider community as well as with us. You’ll also signpost people to access our services.

About The Role

Help us to extend our reach!

We are here for anyone affected by dementia and are keen to reach people in all communities, including those who may be more at risk of isolation through language, accessibility needs, identity or background.

You’ll play a crucial role in building and strengthening community links and raising awareness of the services we have available. You’ll take part in events and talk to groups to raise awareness of dementia and to identify people affected by dementia who can share their dementia story with their wider community as well as with us. You’ll also signpost people to access our services.

We are looking for Community Link Volunteers to help us reach people in all communities across Coventry. We are particularly interested to hear from you if you are fluent in a community language, such as Somali, South Asian, Farsi or Polish, or are from an underrepresented community such as South Asian, Somali, Black, African and Caribbean, or Polish.