Community Befriending Volunteer (Face to Face)

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We are looking for friendly and reliable volunteers to visit unpaid carers or the people they care for aged 18+ who may have a range of health conditions and disabilities, on a regular weekly basis to offer social and emotional support.

As a Community befriender you will take on a number of simple yet crucial tasks, ranging from (though not limited to):

• Offering social and emotional support.
• Accompanying to appointments, trips, social groups or trips.
• Well-being visits.
• Creating rapport with others.
• Reporting any concerns or issues to the Volunteer Coordinator.

Personal Qualities we look for:

• Punctuality and flexibility.
• Empathy and a friendly & sensitive approach.
• Excellent listening skills and an ability to build a rapport.
• A good understanding of confidentiality and the respect of others' privacy.
• The ability to respect others personal choice of lifestyles, ensuring that equal opportunities are applied.

Please note each applicant will need to complete a reference & (paid for) DBS check, alongside of attending an induction.