Talk and Support Volunteer

4 days ago


Ipswich, United Kingdom Suffolk Family Carers Full time

Are you the type of person that others just open up to? Then why not join Suffolk Family Carers as a Talk and Support Volunteer. Talk and Support Telephone Supporters provide regular telephone support to family carers offering a listening ear and emotional support. This helps the family carer feel more supported in their role whilst improving their access to information and increasing awareness of additional support available in the community. If you could help us to make a family carers feel less isolated please get in touch

This role will suit you if you:

- Are patient, kind and tactful with a genuine interest in other people.
- Have good listening skills and an ability to empathise.
- You’re reliable, non-judgmental, realistic, and are able to cope with emotionally challenging conversations.
- You understand the need for confidentiality and commit to maintaining it.
- Are willing to undertake safeguarding training and other training as required.
- Previous experience with family carers is not essential; a desire to engage with family carers and understand the issues they face can be just as important.

**Job Type**: Volunteer

**Benefits**:

- Free parking

Work Location: In person



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