Volunteer for VoiceAbility in Wolverhampton

OverviewThank you for your interest in volunteering with VoiceAbility.About VoiceAbilityVoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most. For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website – www.voiceability.org.Why Volunteer with VoiceAbilityVolunteering with VoiceAbility gives you the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your community by helping others ensure their voices are heard and valued. The roles we offer are deeply rewarding and may challenge you in new ways. You’ll develop your communication skills, meet new people, and gain a greater understanding of others, while enjoying a sense of personal fulfilment along the wayWe ask for a minimum commitment of just 3 hours per week, but you’re welcome to volunteer for more if you’d like. Whether you\'re looking to give back to your community, learn something new, or simply enjoy connecting with others, we’d love to have you on boardRelevant Person’s Representative (RPR) Support VolunteerPeople in care homes should have a voice to communicate their needs, wishes and wants. Some people need support with this, but don’t have friends and family available to assist them. This means they’re entitled to have support from an RPR and a volunteer, who are there to make sure they get the care they deserve. Your role as an RPR Support Volunteer is to collaborate with the VoiceAbility RPR to ensure a person’s views are listened to when decisions are made about their care.As an RPR support volunteer, you might:Visit people in their care home, to make sure they’re getting the right care and supportTalk with them about their feelings, thoughts and wishesKeep detailed notes and recordsMake a real difference to someone’s lifeYou’ll be supporting people over the age of 18 with disabilities, which may include those with poor mental health, learning difficulties, autism and other disabilities. Your role will include supporting clients to understand and undertake a task on a one-to-one basis. The task will vary from client to client as will the needs of the individual.As a support session volunteer, you might:Help people have their say when it matters mostHelp individuals navigate challenges and ensure their needs are metHelp people to make complaints and use local servicesAll volunteering will take place Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 17:00. You will need to be over 18 years old and be living in the UK. Please note that there is no opportunity to volunteer at weekends or in the evening.Safeguarding and ED&ISafeguarding Commitment StatementVoiceAbility is committed to safeguarding all clients who access our services. All Volunteers will be required to undertake a DBS check at the appropriate level and provide contact details for a minimum of two referees in line with our safer recruitment practice.ED&I StatementVoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer. Any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact the Volunteering team for further options. #J-18808-Ljbffr