Independent living co-ordinator volunteer roles
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About VoiceAbility
VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.
We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most. For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.
Why Volunteer with VoiceAbility
Volunteering with VoiceAbility gives you the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your community by helping others ensure their voices are heard and valued. The roles we offer are deeply rewarding and may challenge you in new ways. You’ll develop your communication skills, meet new people, and gain a greater understanding of others, while enjoying a sense of personal fulfilment along the way!
We ask for a minimum commitment of just 3 hours per week, but you’re welcome to volunteer for more if you’d like. Whether you're looking to give back to your community, learn something new, or simply enjoy connecting with others, we’d love to have you on board!
Community Development Volunteer
Our Community Development Volunteers undertake an administrative role that provides support to our Community Development Co-ordinator in a variety of ways.
As a Community Development Volunteer in England, you might:
- conduct online research
- contact local community groups to build relationships with them and understand their needs
- attend events to raise awareness or present our work
- engage with project participants on social media
- deliver promotional material in a variety of locations
Most volunteering will take place Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 17:00. You will need to be over 18 years old and be living in the UK. Please note that there is very limited opportunity to volunteer at weekends or in the evening.
We are particularly keen to build connections with marginalised communities in Manchester, and so ideally we are looking for volunteers who are already part of, or happy to get involved with, local groups
Safeguarding Commitment Statement
VoiceAbility are committed to safeguarding all clients who access our services. All Volunteers will be required to undertake a DBS check at the appropriate level and provide contact details for a minimum of two referees in line with our safer recruitment practice.
ED&I Statement
VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.
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Gift of Friendship Programme Volunteer Befriender
Background
Age UK Croydon has received a generous donation from The Julia Rausing Trust as part of its wider partnership with Age UK, the national charity, to help fund its crucial friendship services that support older people in the local area.
This ‘Gift of Friendship’ from the Trust aims to help older people experiencing loneliness and isolation. Loneliness often stems from factors like bereavement, living alone and declining health. Loss of mobility or senses can leave many older people feeling disconnected, while financial worries can increase existing feelings of isolation. This can have serious consequences, undermining resilience and increasing risk of physical and mental illness.
Volunteers Befrienders are offering support and company to people who may need that extra confidence to attend a local activity in Croydon. You could accompany someone to a local lunch group or activity or even just going with them to a park for a nice walk. They build relationships in the process, which enable meaningful conversations and help to identify support needs and other services and activities that will help maintain their clients’ mental health. A key aim of the role is to support people with achieving their goals to live a happier life, accompany them, and build their confidence back to get out into the community and feel more independent.
Commitment
Minimum of 6 months from start of the GoF Befriending match, includes:
· 30-minute informal interview.
· Willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
· 1-hour core induction.
· Mandatory training sessions.
· Up to 1-2 hours a week engagement with your befriendee
· Weekly accurate records of interactions with your befriendee
· Regular check-in calls with Befriending Coordinator
Purpose of Role
Staff will assess the client and you will be given their profile and a support plan. Core tasks will include:
· Weekly companionship contact in person.
· Encouraging and accompanying to visits to other social events and activities in the local area e.g., a walk, GP, an IT class.
· Spotting additional needs and identifying services and activities to address these.
· Submitting a weekly report on the contact to include contact type, signposting and any concerns.
Support Provided
- Full remote training and induction provided.
- We will complete the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) application with you.
- Supervision and direct contact with the Befriending
Co-ordinator/Manager.
· Join and participate in peer support groups and meet other volunteers to share experiences and good practice.
Skills and attributes Required
· Good communication with a friendly approachable manner
· Solution focused.
· Comfortable working alone.
· Good record keeping.
· Good listening skills
· Reliable and committed to do at least 1 visit a week for the committed period.
· Applicants must be over the age of 18.
· Basic IT skills may be required depending on client’s needs.
Benefits
· Learn new skills.
· Enhance career prospects.
· Meet people.
· Make a difference.
· Gain confidence
· Travel expenses and hot drinks reimbursed
· Social and celebration events
· Exclusive invites to join and support community projects
Registered Charity
51 - 100
Our mission is to reach, involve, support and connect people so they can age well in Croydon.
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