Community Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Lichfield, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Victim Support Full time

Role Overview

We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Community Support Specialist. As a key member of our team, you will provide specialist support services for people affected by crime in Staffordshire.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work with victims of antisocial behaviour offering support and information, signposting to other partner agencies and resources.
  • Gain and develop skills of working with vulnerable people.
  • Work in a team with other volunteers and staff.
  • Gain experience in working with the police, council, housing teams, and other social landlords.
  • Attend events to promote the service covering Staffordshire, including Stoke on Trent.

Requirements

  • 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.
  • Have an active email address that you are comfortable using in order to engage with VS communications.

Benefits

  • 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.
  • VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
  • We are happy to make reasonable adjustments to support you through the application process.


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