Overview
Last year 786,574 people were offered information and support from Victim Support. As a Service Delivery Volunteer you will provide specialist support services for people affected by crime.
Why volunteer with us?
* Make a difference - you will volunteer directly with victims and/or alongside staff.
* Gain skills and experience - you will receive training on how to provide practical and emotional support.
* Join our community - you will be part of a large community of over 1,500 volunteers and staff.
Beyond your role – attend one of our many events/webinars and join one of our six Equality, Diversity & Inclusion networks.
Volunteering with Victim Support in Staffordshire
As a Volunteer in Staffordshire your role will include:
* Working with victims of antisocial behaviour (ASB) offering support and information, signposting to other partner agencies and resources.
* Gain and develop skills of working with vulnerable people.
* Working in a team with other volunteers and staff.
* Gain experience in working with the police, council, housing teams and other social landlords.
* Attend events to promote the service covering Staffordshire, including Stoke on Trent.
What do we ask of you?
In order to join us as a Service Delivery Volunteer, you must:
* Be 18 years of age or over.
* Be able to volunteer for at least 3 hours per week, for at least 12 months.
* Undertake training over a 10-week period – this includes five virtual training days as well as completing a workbook and online learning modules.
* Undertake an enhanced DBS check & be part of the DBS update service.
* Be able to provide two satisfactory references.
* Have an active email address that you are comfortable using in order to engage with VS communications.
Expenses
* All Victim Support volunteers are entitled to out-of-pocket expenses incurred whilst volunteering, including travel and lunch.
Diversity Matters
* VS strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.
* VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
* We are happy to make reasonable adjustments to support you through the application process.
Want to find out more?
* If you have any questions or would like to find out more about this role, please contact ASB Harmony 0330 1757258 (Monday to Friday 9-5pm) or email harmony@victimsupport.org.uk
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