Group Support Volunteer - Doncaster

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

Job summary

A UK-based charity organization is seeking a Group Support Volunteer to assist people affected by dementia in social activities. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, empathy, and a willingness to learn about dementia. Volunteers will help create a welcoming environment for group members, ensuring they feel comfortable. This role offers flexible locations across Doncaster and South Yorkshire.

Qualifications

• Good verbal communication and listening skills.
• Enjoy meeting new people and being part of a team.
• Willing to learn about dementia and its impact.
• Demonstrate empathy and compassion.
• Must be over the age of 16.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage people affected by dementia.
• Welcome and talk to group members to make them comfortable.
• Help set up and tidy away the group.

Skills

Verbal communication

Listening skills

Empathy

Compassion

Teamwork

Job description

About The Role

If you love meeting new people and want to support people affected by dementia in your area, then we may have just the volunteer role for you!

As a Group Support Volunteer, you’ll support and encourage people affected by dementia to engage in activities and socialise with others in a group setting. A friendly face at the group, you’ll welcome and talk to people affected by dementia to help them feel comfortable and make sure they’re offered refreshments. You’ll also help set up and tidy away at the end of the group.

Your involvement in this role will ensure people affected by dementia are able to meet others in a similar situation, access the support and information they need and enjoy meaningful activities.

We have an exciting opportunity for volunteers to help out at one or more of our lovely groups across Doncaster and South Yorkshire. We have numerous groups for you to choose from, and the option to join other groups, or cover for other volunteers when needed. Location preferences can be discussed at interview.

Please come along to a taster session first if you want to get a feel for the role! You can request this on application.

You or someone you know would like to apply, but are not confident using online systems, we will be happy to facilitate an offline application for you. Please email [e-mail] for more info.

We strive to keep a safe and approachable space for our service users, so you must be willing to partake in keeping the space safe for all!

We are looking for a kind, empathetic, engaging team player, who is flexible and adaptable to different activities and engagement with our lovely service users.

Everyone is encouraged to apply, however, we do have some male service users who could use some male companionship at the groups, so please, if you have the time to spare, apply now!

Most of our locations are accessible and we will be willing to endeavour to accommodate any accessibility needs.

Interested? To apply for this role please click on the 'Apply' button at the bottom of the page.

You’ll be great for the role if:

• You have good verbal communication and listening skills
• You enjoy meeting new people and being part of a team
• You are aware of or are willing to learn about dementia and its impact on people
• You can demonstrate empathy and compassion
• You are over the age of 16

If you find completing online applications difficult, please don't 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 Recruitment Team by emailing [e-mail] or call on 0300 222 5706.

About Alzheimer's Society

Please note that all of our volunteering opportunities are based in the UK and you must be living in the UK to volunteer with us. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visa applications but are grateful for your interest in supporting us.

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\'re passionate, we\'re focused and we make a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.

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

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

Compassionate: We\'re kind, we\'re honest and we don\'t 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. We will look at making reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition.