Young Persons Diversity & Engagement Volunteer

Change Grow Live; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Sheffield seeks a Young Persons Diversity & Engagement Volunteer to build relationships with diverse communities and advocate for young people's support. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and are committed to inclusivity. This role is a valuable opportunity to make a significant impact on young lives and gain new experiences.

Benefits

Reimbursed travel and lunch expenses

Gain experience in community support

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with diverse communities.
• Advocate for young people and families to access support.
• Engage with social media campaigns for EDI initiatives.

Skills

Support for diverse communities

Social media engagement

Communication skills

Job description

Our core values are "be open, be compassionate and be bold" and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. The role: Please click the 'role description' link above to read more detailed information about the role and key responsibilities. Where: Sheffield city centre, at the office and operational sites in the local community. When: We will work with you to be as flexible as possible, whether you can donate one day a week of your time or 3days+. The core activity of this role occurs during the day (9:00am - 5:00pm) and evenings (5:00pm-7:30pm). If you'd like to discuss this in more detail before you apply, please email Gemma. Volunteer Expenses: Travel and lunch expenses will be reimbursed as per CGL volunteer policy.

Key activities of the role

• Support us to build positive relationships with diverse communities (BAME, LGBTQIA+ etc), individuals, families, and partner agencies to promote inclusivity and break down barriers for young people seeking support
• Support in signposting and advocating for young people and families to access our support, and other services
• Attend team meetings/forums/events where appropriate
• Support with updating social media platforms to drive impactful campaigns, such as Black History Month, Pride, and other EDI-focused initiatives
• Support to identify ways to remove barriers and find solutions to help engage diverse communities.

Please note that we require you to be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this volunteering role.

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

We're looking for a friendly and approachable Young Persons Diversity & Engagement Volunteer to join our welcoming and supportive team at The Corner. We work with young people under 18 across Sheffield, offering support and treatment for issues related to drugs and alcohol. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in young people's lives and be part of a team that's committed to helping them thrive.

Why volunteer for Change Grow Live Make a difference with us! We are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to the people we support, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating every young person as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options. Change Grow Live is one of the largest providers of substance misuse services in the United Kingdom. Volunteering with us is a great opportunity for you to support and inspire other people while gaining new skills and experience.