Group Support Volunteer - Thornaby

Alzheimer's Society; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A national charity organization is seeking a Group Support Volunteer to engage with people affected by dementia. The role involves welcoming attendees, encouraging participation in singing and dancing activities, and providing refreshments. Ideal candidates are empathetic, compassionate, and enjoy socializing. Please apply if you are over 16 and passionate about supporting individuals with dementia.

Qualifications

• Good verbal communication and listening skills.
• Enjoy meeting new people and being part of a team.
• Aware of or willing to learn about dementia.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage people affected by dementia.
• Assist with refreshments and welcome attendees.
• Engage participants in singing and dancing activities.

Skills

Verbal communication

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.

Have you any previous experience of singing or dancing groups? Have you any experience of working with the elderly, people living with memory problems or dementia?

Support Volunteer for Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Café in Thornaby offering activities of Singing and Dancing for the Brain. Held at The Village Green Venue, Green Lane, Thornaby TS17 8PX. The Third Monday of the Month 12.30 - 3.30, (Group is on 1-3). Looking for someone who enjoys music to help with singing for the brain with dancing and musical movement. To welcome people in and make them feel at ease, encouraging and assisting people to join in with the singing and musical movement. Assist with refreshments.

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.