Volunteer Telephone Befriender

Volunteer Wessex; Friendly (MD); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established community organization is seeking compassionate individuals to become Volunteer Telephone Befrienders. In this fulfilling role, you will provide support and companionship to older people who may feel lonely or isolated. Your calls will offer them a friendly chat and emotional reassurance, making a significant difference in their lives. This opportunity allows you to work from home and is perfect for those who can dedicate a few hours each week to brighten someone else's day. If you have patience, empathy, and a desire to help, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must be aged 18 and over.
• Strong understanding of the needs of older people.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and friendship to older people via telephone.
• Call regularly to chat and offer emotional support.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Understanding of the needs of older people

Ability to keep records of calls made

Flexible

Reliable

Punctual

Clear sense of personal boundaries

Confidentiality

Job description

Do you have a few hours to spare on a weekly basis? Do you want to support Older People in your local community?

If so, this is the role for you!

Volunteer Telephone Befrienders provide support and friendship to older people who may be feeling lonely or isolated over the telephone. You can call them regularly, at a time that suits you both, and have a friendly chat about anything that interests you. You can also offer emotional support, encouragement, and reassurance to someone who may be going through a difficult time.

Skills

• Are aged 18 and over
• Patience, empathy, and understanding of the needs of older people
• Ability to keep records of calls made
• Flexible, reliable, and punctual
• A clear sense of personal boundaries and confidentiality

This opportunity can be carried out whilst working from home.