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Community Wellbeing & Support Volunteer

Turning Tides

A bit about the role: The Community Wellbeing & Support Volunteer supports residents both one-to-one and in group settings. The role combines individual support all delivered through a co-produced approach while building clients confidence, independence and community connection
What will I be doing?
Volunteer activities will vary depending on the location and specific project needs. You may be involved in some of the following

• Accompanying residents to appointments (such as GP or hospital) Co-facilitate Meet & Eat sessions where both you and residents plan, share recipes and prepare meals.
• Lead or support wellbeing sessions such as mindfulness, arts and crafts,
• Help maintaining a tidy living space.
• Plant & Garden maintenance
Volunteers will be matched to activities that suit the location, project focus, and their interests, ensuring a positive and manageable experience for everyone.

What skills do I need?

Who would suit this role? This role suits volunteers who are empathetic, inclusive and reliable. An interest in wellbeing, community support or group activities is helpful but not essential. No formal qualifications are required but an understanding of our clients group would be beneficial.

When do I need to be available?

Morning Afternoon Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Details

Times & Commitment: Flexible, mornings and afternoons throughout the week. Hours and times can be flexible. 2 to 3 hours per weekly/ fortnight. Monthly opportunities available too.

Register your interest
  • Ideal for people interested in
  • Homeless and Housing
  • Ideal for people who like
  • Cooking and Catering
  • Gardening
  • General Helping
  • Supporting Charities
  • Supporting People and Befriending
  • Teaching and Training
  • Details
  • DBS check required
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Suitable for under 18's
  • Training provided
    This role requires the following training, and we ask that you can commit to this. (The training is in a variety of formats depending on the subject – a video to watch, a document to read or an online course). You will be sent a link to eLearning after your induction with the relevant courses to your role, Professional Boundaries Unconscious Bias Mental Health Awareness Substance Misuse Lonliness and Isolation Safeguarding
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description
  • Application Process
  • DBS Check
  • Informal Discussion
  • References
  • Trial Period

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