Flourish In Nature Activity Lead

Do you have a passion for the outdoors and personal experience of the benefits that physical activity, nature connection and being with others can have on a person’s wellbeing? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We’re excited to be recruiting for our next round of Volunteer Activity Leads with Flourish in Nature. This project aims to improve mental and physical wellbeing by encouraging people to (re)connect with nature and the world around them through in-house, peer/volunteer-led activities as well as outsourced activities from local providers. The project supports social inclusion, personal and community development, and boosts people’s sense of belonging and feelings of personal achievement.

These roles are ideally suited to people with lived experience of mental health or addiction recovery. Full training is provided, including recognised First Aid certificates. You would be joining a supportive, recovery focussed, community development team. Opportunities are also available to combine this role with ‘in-house’ activity support such as Flourish Recovery Cafes and creative groups.

Tasks you may be involve in:

·       Promote Flourish in Nature activities

·       Identify potential community activities      

·       Be a point of contact for community activity providers

·       Risk assess group activities and complete risk assessment paperwork

·       Attend activities in a position of responsibility, assessing whether it is safe

·       for attendee’s to participate in the activity

·       Alongside other Activity Lead Volunteers, run and supervise activities

·       Identify and report any concerns, risks, or incidents to Community Development Leads or duty managers.

What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy:

·       Discounts from various schemes

·       Training and personal development

·       A chance to make a real difference in people’s lives

·       Free induction and role-specific training

·       Support from experienced staff and regular supervision

·       Opportunities to meet new people and develop your confidence

·       Reimbursement for travel and agreed expenses

·       Valuable experience that can support your personal or career development