Part-Time Befriending & Volunteer Coordinator – Hertfordshire

Rethink Mental Illness; Hertford; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Rethink Mental Illness in Hertfordshire is seeking a compassionate Befriending & Volunteer Coordinator to recruit, train and support volunteers delivering one-to-one befriending relationships. You’ll help people living with mental health challenges reconnect with their communities and build confidence in daily life.

No two days are the same, as you’ll recruit volunteers, deliver inductions, coordinate activities and build strong partnerships to reduce isolation across East Hertfordshire.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with mental health needs.
• Experience recruiting or coordinating volunteers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient IT skills with Office and databases.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, onboard and support volunteers throughout their journey.
• Match volunteers with individuals who would benefit from befriending.
• Deliver inductions and training sessions and supervise volunteers.
• Facilitate volunteer meetings, coffee groups and wellbeing activities.
• Build partnerships with local voluntary organisations and community networks.
• Support people to access local services and social opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records and service data.
• Promote safe, person-centred and recovery-focused support.
• Assist with continuous service improvement.

Skills

Volunteer coordination

People skills

Communication

IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Job description

Rethink Mental Illness in Hertfordshire is seeking a compassionate Befriending & Volunteer Coordinator to recruit, train and support volunteers delivering one-to-one befriending relationships. You’ll help people living with mental health challenges reconnect with their communities and build confidence in daily life.

No two days are the same, as you’ll recruit volunteers, deliver inductions, coordinate activities and build strong partnerships to reduce isolation across East Hertfordshire.