We are looking for a befriender volunteer to meet with people we support once or twice per week at our service in East Finchley. 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.
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We are looking for an outgoing, sociable and warm person, who's also a good listener. As a befriender, you will provide companionship to some of the people we support by meeting them at home or in the community for a cup of tea and a chat. You will also engage in activities with the people we support, such as playing board games. If you have a few hours to spare on Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Fridays, we would love to hear from you!
This role is for a supported living service which supports people with learning disabilities. xsngvjr We currently have 10 tenants living in self-contained flats at the service which is located in East Finchley with good transport links.
Hours: Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays, timings are flexible
Volunteer Duties:
• Meet on a regular basis
• Provide companionship and conversation whilst respecting boundaries
• 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