Community Connection Volunteer
We are looking for a volunteer to build a connection with the people we support at our supported living service in Hinkley and help them to access the local community. Volunteering with Creative Support is a great way to enrich the lives of people with support needs while helping our staff to deliver person-centred services.
You will get to know the people we support and understand their interests. You will consider local events and facilities which would be relevant to these interests and attend with people we support. This can include going for a walk, visiting a coffee shop or accessing local services such as the library. If this sounds like something you would enjoy and you have a few hours to spare on a regular basis, we’d love to hear from you!
This role is for a supported living service which supports people with a range of mental health needs. We are currently supporting 10 people at this service, all living in their own flats.
Volunteer duties:
– Provide companionship and conversation whilst respecting boundaries
– Engage people we support in activities and accessing the local community
– Report any safeguarding concerns to Creative Support staff members
– Understand and work within Creative Support policies and procedures, respecting boundaries
– Attend regular supervisions with your allocated volunteer supervisor and complete any training provided
Hours: Flexible days and times – weekends preferred
Application Instructions:
To apply, please read the job description and then complete the online application form using the links above.
You can also download a copy of our application form using the links above. Completed application forms must be submitted to our Head Office address (below) or emailed to recruitment@creativesupport.co.uk to be considered.
Recruitment Department, Creative Support Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS
If you would like to discuss volunteering with Creative Support of have any questions about the application process, please contact our Volunteer Team on 0161 236 0829 or email volunteer@creativesupport.co.uk.
Application Instructions:
In order to apply, please read the job description and then complete the online application form using the links above.
You can also download a copy of our application form using the links above. Completed Application Forms must be submitted to our Head Office address (below) or emailed to recruitment@creativesupport.co.uk to be considered for the vacancy. If you have not received a response to your application within 10 working days of the closing date please accept this as notification of an unsuccessful application. Unsuccessful applicants must wait 6 months before reapplying.
If you require any advice on completing your application form, please call us on 0161 236 0829.
Recruitment Department, Creative Support Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS
