Volunteer Coordinator

Bath Welcomes Refugees (BWR) was established in 2015 with the sole aim of bringing to safety and security in the UK those people persecuted and in danger in their own countries, and in particular to help them settle in Bath or the surrounding area.  

We are still a relatively young organisation currently supporting around 100 refugees and asylum seekers. At present we are an entirely voluntary organisation depending upon the enthusiasm, invaluable expertise, experience and dedication of our 100 plus volunteers covering a range of roles.  Our main areas of activity cover practical help with housing, resettlement and integration in the community, English language support and guidance on employment and benefits.

We now need to strengthen the organisation and build capacity to support the families and individuals building a new life in and around Bath. To help us achieve this we are looking to recruit a part time Volunteer Coordinator.

This is an entirely new and evolving role which you will be able to develop. Initially you will work with the Chair, Language Support Coordinator and Membership Secretary providing administrative support with emphasis on the coordination of volunteers and the membership.

To be successful in this position, you will need to be

Someone who has the ability to develop relationships with volunteers, clients and other stakeholders, is resourceful, collaborative and enjoys working with others with diverse experiences and backgrounds. You should be able to work remotely on your own initiative, be highly organised and efficient. You should empathise with BWR’s aims, be flexible and non-judgemental.

Ideally your experience will include

1. Working with volunteers in the charity, not-for-profit sectors.
2. Recruiting, training and managing volunteers.
3. Supporting and developing volunteers in their roles.
4. Working with CRM databases.
5. Understanding of the data protection requirements in respect of volunteers and the organisation as a whole.

Outline of the Role

You will be the key volunteer contact, recruiting, training, carrying out background and DBS checks and supporting volunteers in their various roles across the organisation. Reporting to the Chair, you will work with and support Team Leaders to enable BWR to meet its aims.

1. Liaising with the Language Coordinator and volunteers to ensure we provide effective language tuition to our families and individuals to meet their individual specific needs.

• Monitoring progress and ensure that records are kept up to date.
• Providing analysis of activities as required from time to time.

2. Liaising with the Membership Secretary to ensure membership applications are processed timely and the system is updated with all relevant information.

• Maintaining the membership database

3. Assisting with the set up and populating of a new Case Management System.

• Liaising with IT Support in relation to the website and other digital communications.

4. Supporting the Trustees and members of the Management Committee from time to time.

Although this is a part-time role working from home there will be occasions when you may be required to attend events either during the evening or at weekends within the Bath and surrounding area.

The role is initially based on 16 hours per week but will be reassessed after an initial period when the successful applicant will have a better idea of the actual scope of the role.  The salary is £20-24k pa pro rata (commensurate with experience).

The role will require an enhanced DBS check.

To apply for this role please provide an up to date CV with a covering letter explaining in less than 200 words why you would be ideal for the role.

Applications to be emailed by 2 November 2020. Applications will be reviewed as received.

Interviews will be held: Week commencing 9 November 2020

For more information please see Detailed Job Description and Chart of BWR Activities.

The Role

DHI is an award-winning charity that challenges social exclusion by supporting people to achieve their potential and contribute to the richness and wellbeing of their community. We are looking for individuals who share our passion for our values of self-direction, stimulation and zest for life and our commitment to our client groups and the local communities we serve.

Are you a positive resilient individual committed to working collaboratively with GP’s, our partners and other community and healthcare organisations to provide a wide range of services including; telephone assessments, content based groups & workshops, creating support plans & risk assessments in a large & mixed team of colleagues and peers?

You feel confident around IT using our Caseload Management IT system to record attendance and outcomes and communicating on the telephone making contact with clients on a daily basis.

You have experience of working with people with substance use issues, and can offer a range of harm reduction advice and information, manage safeguarding concerns and have an interest in developing your knowledge of interventions and support that can in turn support our clients.

Please note, we would especially welcome applicants who speak Polish.

If you are interested please contact HR to arrange an informal discussion regarding the role.

Please indicate on your application form if you are interested in the full time role or the part time role.

How To Apply

Please visit the DHI website and use the enclosed Job Description and Person Specification to complete an application form and skills form, and send to HR before Midday Wednesday 4th November 2020

DHI is an award-winning charity that challenges social exclusion by supporting people to achieve their potential and contribute to the richness and wellbeing of their community. We are looking for individuals who share our passion for our values of self-direction, stimulation and zest for life and our commitment to our client groups and the local communities we serve.

Working within DHI’s Bristol Community Recovery Service and reporting to the Peer Support & Workforce and Development Team leader. The post holder will ensure the operational effectiveness of the ROADS training programme, promoting the highest standards of quality, efficiency and consistency in line with DHI’s vision and values.

The role will focus on delivering training to staff, Peers and relevant third parties. The post holder will produce and maintain high quality, multi-media training materials ensuring they meet the needs of the service. The post holder will promote and represent the interests of the organisation and its client group, and work in partnership with other agencies to meet the needs of ROADS staff, Peer Support Workers, clients and the community.

If you are interested, please contact HR to arrange an informal discussion regarding the role.

How To Apply

Full details available on the DHI website. Please use the Job Description and Person Specification to complete an application form and skills form and sent to HR before Midday 4th November 2020

Community Development Worker (Male) – Men’s Mental Health

Hours:  37 (5 days) per week

Contract: 3 years (fixed term)

Salary : £21,757 - £23,800

Second Step is a leading mental health charity in the South West offering housing, support and hope to thousands of people with mental health and complex needs.  Our goal is to inspire hope and deliver change for everybody and every community we work with.

The Men’s Mental Health project will work with communities across Somerset to raise awareness of men’s mental health in the community. It will also create spaces for men to talk about their own mental health and facilitate access to local services and networks, including Open Mental Health provision.

This exciting new role will empower and support individuals and organisations to take action to support men’s mental health and suicide prevention. Reflecting the principles of asset-based community development, it will work with community partners to develop targeted provision, community events and online engagement activities to raise local awareness of mental health and support services.

About You

We are looking for an experienced male community development worker, with experience of working with people with mental health and complex needs. You will need to be a confident communicator and facilitator, who thrives in a collaborative environment and is able to engage a wide range of stakeholders.

Due to the specific requirements of this role, this post is exempt under the Equality Act (2010), Part 1, Schedule 9 (Genuine Occupational Requirement).

For more information on the role and person specification please see the Role Profile attached to this advert. To open the Role Profile please click on ‘1 Document available’ at the top of the screen.

Closing date: 3rd November 2020 (midnight)

Interview date: 17th November 2020

For more information and to apply please see our website. Second Step is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community and from people who have personal experience of using mental health services.