Volunteer Hybrid Wellbeing Tutor/Welfare Benefit Guider
Support Dudley residents with long-term health conditions or disabilities by providing information regarding welfare benefit applications and delivering structured self-management group programmes.
Role Responsibilities:
• Facilitate small group Welfare Benefit Guider sessions (up to 6 residents) to those who need assistance to complete their own welfare benefits application forms (e.g. Personal Independence Payments (PIP) application forms).
• Deliver 6-week Long Term Health & Wellbeing Programmes (2.5 hours per week) to groups of up to 12 residents per group with long term health conditions or disabilities to help improve their quality of life.
• Create supportive, inclusive group environments and record participant information accurately.
About You:
• Lived or caring experience of long-term physical or mental health conditions is preferred but not essential
• Ability to empathise with clients is essential.
• Confident speaking in group settings (in person and online) with good communication and basic IT skills.
• Able to handle sensitive information with tact.
Commitment:
• Deliver sessions at community venues across Dudley (and potentially Wolverhampton), including some evenings/weekends.
• Deliver 3 x 6 weeks Long-term Health & Wellbeing Programmes per year
• Deliver 2 x 3-hour Welfare Benefits Guider Sessions per month
• An enhanced DBS check is required (arranged and paid for by the organisation).
NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED, FULL TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED
Plus, we'll reimburse your travel expenses (fuel or bus fares, car parking), so volunteering won't cost you anything but your time.
Why Volunteer with Us?
✨ Valuable Experience: Gain practical skills and a sense of fulfilment with a trusted charity that has over 80 years of experience.
✨ Training and Support: Enjoy comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you succeed.
✨ Social Connection: Meet like-minded individuals and become part of our wonderful team.
✨ Personal Fulfilment: Experience the joy of making a real difference in someone's life.
✨ Flexible Hours: We offer flexible volunteering hours to suit your lifestyle.
✨ Health and Wellbeing: We prioritise the wellness of our volunteers, contributing to professional success.
✨ Professional Development: We're committed to continuous development and growth opportunities.
✨ Diversity and Inclusion: We embrace individuals from all walks of life and encourage authenticity.
What Our Volunteers Say:
"Now that I am retired, volunteering at Citizens Advice gives me a purpose in life. I feel I can serve my community and make a difference to local people who are in difficulty. I learn a lot, use my skills and discover new skills as well as having new and varied experiences every day."
-Volunteer Generalist Advisor
"I now feel braver when looking at new job opportunities. I can utilise my skills and experience from volunteering in the hubs."
-Cost of Living Support Hub Volunteer
Ready to make a difference?
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