Volunteer Peer Supporter- Offer Support to Parents
2 weeks ago
**The Volunteer Role**
We are interested in hearing from volunteers who have skills and experience they would like to share with other parents. Volunteer peer supporters support parents with children aged between 0-2 years. This support will usually involve meeting regularly for 1-2 hours per week for an agreed period (8-12 weeks). These conversations will often take place within the family home and the volunteer will be involved in sharing information and guidance around a range of areas.
Before they start this role, volunteers are required to complete our peer support volunteer training sessions (A commitment of 3 sessions over 3 weeks
- 9.30am-2.30pm each week) alongside out other recruitment processes. Before they begin their role, volunteers can expect to receive a thorough induction and ongoing supervision and support. We will also reimburse any expenses (e.g. travel) which are incurred as a result of the voluntary role.
Our next training for volunteers is scheduled to take place at our Family hub in Malvern
(Sunshine Family hub
What we are looking for:
- A desire to see families grow and thrive
- A welcoming, friendly and approachable manner
- A non-judgemental and supportive approach
- An understanding of confidentiality
- An ability to be flexible and work as part of a team
- Good communication and listening skills
- The confidence to meet new people
You must be:
- Willing to commit to 1 years volunteering as a trained Peer Supporter.
- Able to fully take part in the induction course/training required.
- Willing to respect and adhere to our policies.
- Able to provide two suitable references and complete a DBS check at enhanced level (the DBS check will involve no cost to the volunteer)
**Job Type**: Volunteer
**Salary**: £1.00 per year
Work Location: On the road
Application deadline: 22/01/2023
Reference ID: Start for Life
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