Volunteer Befriender for Young People
4 months ago
To provide long term, consistent support to a young person in foster care, who needs the advice and guidance of someone who is not considered a "professional", but who instead is a valuable, trusted adult who has a passion and commitment to be there to listen to their worries and problems, and help wherever possible.
You will be matched with a young person who shares your hobbies and interests, and you will meet your young person once per month, for 2 or 3 hours.
Full training and support provided, and all travel and activity expenses will be paid. Work with us today and change someone's life.
Applicants need to live in Kent.
**Job Type**: Volunteer
Pay: Up to £1.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- Company events
- Free or subsidised travel
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
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