Dementia Group Support Volunteer - Friendly Connector

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

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking volunteers to serve as Group Support Volunteers in South Yorkshire. The role involves welcoming individuals affected by dementia, assisting with group activities, and helping to create a comfortable environment. Ideal candidates should be kind, empathetic, and flexible, with a passion for supporting others. Volunteers will have the chance to impact the lives of service users positively and engage in meaningful activities together.

Qualifications

• Kind and empathetic individual willing to support people affected by dementia.
• Ability to engage and communicate effectively with individuals in a group setting.
• Flexibility to assist in various activities and meet the diverse needs of service users.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and engage with people affected by dementia in group activities.
• Help set up and tidy the space at the end of group sessions.
• Facilitate a safe and approachable environment for service users.

Skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Teamwork

Job description

A community support organization is seeking volunteers to serve as Group Support Volunteers in South Yorkshire. The role involves welcoming individuals affected by dementia, assisting with group activities, and helping to create a comfortable environment. Ideal candidates should be kind, empathetic, and flexible, with a passion for supporting others. Volunteers will have the chance to impact the lives of service users positively and engage in meaningful activities together.