Companion Volunteer

1 month ago


Sittingbourne, Kent, United Kingdom SeeAbility Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable individual to join our team as a Befriender 'In Home' Volunteer. As a Befriender, you will play a vital role in providing companionship to someone we support in Sittingbourne, visiting them in their home and engaging in activities they enjoy.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide emotional support and companionship to our service user
  • Visit our service user in their home on a regular basis
  • Engage in activities that bring joy and fulfillment to our service user, such as chatting, reading, arts and crafts, or playing board games
  • Be punctual and reliable in your visits
  • Respect confidentiality and data protection procedures
Requirements
  • Be kind, empathetic, and friendly
  • Have a good sense of humour and be a good listener
  • Be able to deal with information in line with our data protection and confidentiality procedures
  • Be over the age of 18
About Us

At SeeAbility, we specialise in supporting people with learning disabilities and autism, who may also have sight loss, to realise their goals each and every day. We encourage people with disabilities to challenge what they expect from life, from themselves and from wider society.

We are a registered charity with over 220 years of experience in providing specialist support. Our benefits include the opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of others, training and development opportunities, and the chance to be part of a dedicated team.


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