CrISP Support Volunteer - Sheffield

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

Job summary

An established industry player seeks compassionate volunteers to support carers of individuals living with dementia. The role involves facilitating workshops that enhance the knowledge and skills of caregivers, ensuring they feel supported and informed. Volunteers will engage with participants, fostering a welcoming atmosphere and sharing valuable insights. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while helping those who care for loved ones with dementia. Join us in making a difference in the lives of many through our Carers’ Information and Support Programmes.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting carers of people living with dementia.
• Ability to provide effective support and information.

Responsibilities

• Help carers feel at ease by chatting and listening.
• Encourage sharing of experiences and provide refreshments.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Active Listening

Event Support

Education

No formal education required

Job description

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Client:

Alzheimer's Society

Location:

South Yorkshire, 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:

8

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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About The Role

If you’re passionate about supporting carers of people living with dementia, then we have just the volunteer role for you!

Our Carers’ Information and Support Programmes (commonly referred to as CrISP) are a series of workshops for people caring for a family member or friend with dementia. CrISP aims to improve the knowledge, skills and understanding of people caring for a person with dementia, by providing effective support and up-to-date and relevant information.

A friendly face at the group, you’ll help carers feel at ease by chatting and listening to them and providing refreshments. You’ll encourage carers to share their experiences and provide information that will help them care for a person with dementia. You can also get involved by supporting at events to spread the word about the CrISP programme.

The role will be supporting the Sheffield Dementia Carers Training Service which will take place in different community venues across the City of Sheffield. The training courses will be weekly for 3 hours.

About The Role

If you’re passionate about supporting carers of people living with dementia, then we have just the volunteer role for you!

Our Carers’ Information and Support Programmes (commonly referred to as CrISP) are a series of workshops for people caring for a family member or friend with dementia. CrISP aims to improve the knowledge, skills and understanding of people caring for a person with dementia, by providing effective support and up-to-date and relevant information.

A friendly face at the group, you’ll help carers feel at ease by chatting and listening to them and providing refreshments. You’ll encourage carers to share their experiences and provide information that will help them care for a person with dementia. You can also get involved by supporting at events to spread the word about the CrISP programme.

The role will be supporting the Sheffield Dementia Carers Training Service which will take place in different community venues across the City of Sheffield. The training courses will be weekly for 3 hours.