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*Please note that this is an unpaid voluntary role and that applicants must be over 18*
Become an Independent Visitor to be matched one to one with a young person in a young offenders institution, in Lichfield. You will visit once a month to provide them a consistent, adult relationship which is independent from the institution and from social services. This is an opportunity for the young person to share their hobbies and interest and to talk about their worries and feelings if they are ready to do so.
We'll provide full training, all your expenses and ongoing support from dedicated staff.
This is an opportunity for you to build skills and knowledge within social care and make a real difference in a young person’s life.
Please note this is NOT a paid role!Although we do reimburse you for any travel and expenses within agreed budget, we cannot offer compensation!
BENEFITS
* As an Independent Visitor, you get the chance build skills and knowledge within social care and test yourself with real life experience of a young person in care and make a difference.
* Your Travel and activity expenses fully reimbursed.
* Bespoke training sessions covering Safeguarding, Trauma and Loss, Communication, Boundaries and the IV role.
* Ongoing support from a dedicated coordinator.
* You also get to have fun!
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
* We're looking for committed, caring and thoughtful people who will work to create something meaningful for a young person.
* Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are welcome. We are particularly keen to recruit male volunteers and people from Black and global majority communities.
* You do not need any specific qualifications, experience or background to be an independent visitor. You just need to be positive, committed and willing to learn!
REQUIREMENTS:
* Enhanced DBS check will be carried out (at no cost to you)
* Able to provide 2 references
* Able to commit for a minimum of 12 months
* Must live/work locally (Lichfield area) and be able to meet consistently with a young person once or twice a month
Expressions of interest: Please email iv@croydon.gov.uk
Or APPLY directly at: https://www.croydon.gov.uk/croydons-independent-visitors
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