Multi Crime Service Volunteer

3 weeks ago


Plymouth, United Kingdom Victim Support Full time

Last year 786,574 people were offered information and support from Victim Support. As a Service Delivery Volunteer you will provide specialist support services for people affected by crime.

**County/Borough**
- Devon & Cornwall

**Office location**
- First Floor, Argosy House, Longbridge Road, Marsh Mills, Plymouth, PL6 8LD

**Expected Number of Hours**
- 3 or more hours per week

**DBS required?**
- Yes

**Police vetting required?**
- No

**Closing Date**
- 23/02/2024

**Refno**
- 5100

**Why volunteer with us?**
- Make a difference - you will volunteer directly with victims and/or alongside staff.
- Gain skills and experience - you will receive training on how to provide specialist support.
- Join our community - you will be part of a large community of over 1,500 volunteers and staff.
- Beyond your role - attend one or our many events/webinars and join one of our six Equality, Diversity & Inclusion networks.

**Volunteering with Victim Support in Devon and Cornwall**

As a Volunteer in **Devon and Cornwall **your role will include:

- Supporting clients on a one-to-one basis who have been affected by crime.
- Working closely alongside our Multi-Crime Independent Victim Advocate team.
- Using motivational interview and coaching techniques to help clients work towards their goals.
- Working with clients to access our wide range of resources to help them manage after crime.

**What do we ask of you?**

In order to join us as a Service Delivery Volunteer, you must:

- Be 18 years of age or over.
- Be able to volunteer for at least 3 hours per week, for at least 12 months.
- Undertake training over a 10-week period - this includes five virtual training days as well as completing a workbook and online learning modules.
- Undertake a DBS check & be part of the DBS update service.
- Be able to provide two satisfactory references.

**Expenses**
- All Victim Support volunteers are entitled to out-of-pocket expenses incurred whilst volunteering, including travel and lunch.

**Diversity Matters**
- VS strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.

**Want to find out more?**

**Download the role description below


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