Move On Volunteer

As a Move on Volunteer, you will help us trial and develop our skills and progression offer for clients which includes volunteer support provision alongside the delivery of 1-2-1 progression coaching to clients in Housing First and other St Mungo’s services.

In this role, you will be supporting with all or some of the following tasks:

• Reaching out to clients living in some of our services and supporting them develop important life skills so they move on to an independent life away from homelessness. • Working with specific clients on building their confidence, looking after their health and wellbeing, managing their budget and own accommodation (e.g. tenancy agreement obligations and rights).

• Exploring local learning services and community groups, supporting these clients to get involved and creating resources to empower them to continue their involvement. • Meeting with progression coaches and project workers to record and review move on progress and actions. • Adhering to St Mungo’s Policies and Procedures at all times.

Do I need to have any specific skills? • Good literacy and numeracy skills. • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written. • Reliable IT skills and experience in online searches and completing online forms. • A friendly personality, good interpersonal skills with enthusiasm and motivation. • An understanding of the causes of homelessness and its impact.

• Genuine interest in and commitment to St Mungo’s work and client group. • An understanding of and commitment to diversity & equality.

• Bristol or Brighton- Monday-Friday, between 9am-5pm, 2 half days per week (plus briefing/debrief time with supervisor) *Please note this role is for approx. 3 months (until April 2025)