Volunteer for Voiceability in Sunderland

3 months ago


Sunderland, United Kingdom VoiceAbility Full time

**Volunteer to make a difference with VoiceAbility**

VoiceAbility supports people to have their say in decisions about their health, care and wellbeing.

We're recruiting for the following voluntary positions in Sunderland:

- Hospital Visitors
- Service Team Volunteers
- Relevant Persons' Representative (RPR) Support Volunteers

**How you can help**

**Hospital Visitor**

Could you help someone in a mental health facility access our advocacy services? Do you have the patience and understanding to chat with people in mental health facilities about their experiences there?
- You can make a real difference to their experience and recovery._

This role is ideal for mental health and psychology and psychiatry students or anyone with an interest in mental health.

**Service Team Volunteer**

Can you help promote services to local people in your community? Can you help at events and awareness raising sessions?
- You could help improve access to services in your community._

This role is ideal for people who already have a connection to their community or would like to build one.

**Relevant Person’s Representative (RPR) Support Volunteers**

Do you have the patient and understanding to chat with people in care homes about their experiences there? Could you help improve the life of someone in a care home by listening to their feelings, thoughts and wishes?
- You could help support people who have no-one else._

This role is ideal for social worker students, those interested in the care sector and/or dementia care.

**Why volunteer?**

Volunteering with VoiceAbility is ideal for people who have or want experience in human rights, health, care and wellbeing - but we care more about your values and empathy than your level of experience.

**Accountant Ben’s priorities changed after a serious illness. “I wanted to give something back. It’s really rewarding as you get to use your knowledge and skills for a really good purpose.”**

You’ll develop skills in communication and confidentiality, add experience and knowledge to your CV, and know you’re making a genuine difference to people’s lives.

As a volunteer you’ll receive full training, support from the volunteer team and your local advocates, and paid expenses.

**To find out more click “enquire now”.**

The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.


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