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Our organisation supports Refugees, Asylum Seekers and other Migrants in Coventry.
We offer practical support to our clients by supplying vital necessities, ranging from food and nappies to ...
Refugees & minoritiesPoverty reductionCommunity & family
Drop In Volunteer
Project role (Temporary) · 2–4 hrs/Week
Waterloo Street, Coventry, CV1 5JS, United Kingdom
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Refugees & minoritiesPoverty reductionCommunity & family
Carriers of Hope
#85499
Scan me or visit www.getinvolvedcoventry.org.uk/o/CarriersofHope/activities/Drop-In-Volunteer/85499 to join
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Summary
Our Drop-In program operates on a fortnightly basis every Tuesday, offering vital support and connection to individuals and families.Detailed description
Whether it’s registration weeks or collection weeks, we aim to provide a warm, welcoming environment where clients can access essential services and resources. By volunteering with us, you’ll help foster a sense of community and ensure that everyone feels valued and supported.
Are you passionate about supporting your community and helping those in need? Do you enjoy connecting with people and making them feel welcome? Join our Drop-In team as a Support Volunteer and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our clients!
What You’ll Do:
- Registration & Raffle Weeks:
- Welcome new clients with a friendly smile and assist them in registering with Carriers of Hope.
- Connect clients with our team to identify their needs and how we can help.
- Engage with guest organisations that provide advice and support on various topics, from parenting to immigration.
- Create a friendly atmosphere where clients can enjoy games, have a cup of tea, and participate in our free raffle.
- Collection Weeks:
- Assist registered clients in collecting essential items like bedding, household goods, toiletries, baby items, and clothing.
- Prepare comforting cups of tea and serve toast while fostering a warm community atmosphere.
- Guide clients to the assistance they need, ensuring they feel supported and cared for.
- Help maintain a welcoming environment, making each client’s experience positive and enjoyable.
Why This Role is Exciting:
- Hands-on community support: You’ll make a direct impact by helping individuals and families access essential resources and services.
- Be part of a compassionate team: Work alongside dedicated volunteers and staff to create a positive, supportive environment for clients.
- Gain valuable experience: Learn practical skills in community service, client interaction, and teamwork while contributing to a meaningful cause.
- Build connections: Meet diverse individuals and organisations, enriching your understanding of the community and its needs.
Skills You’ll Bring:
- Empathy and compassion: You genuinely care about helping others and understand the importance of creating a welcoming environment.
- Strong communication skills: You’re comfortable engaging with clients and guest organisations, making connections and providing assistance.
- Team player: You enjoy collaborating with others to ensure everything runs smoothly during Drop-In days.
- Organisational skills: You’re detail-oriented and can help manage various tasks efficiently, ensuring a positive experience for everyone.
No experience needed! Just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to help, and we’ll provide the training and support you need.
Ready to Make a Difference? Join our Drop-In Volunteer Team today and help us create a supportive community for those in need. Apply now to be part of something truly impactful!
What we will provide to volunteers
💸 Reimbursement of costsAbout Carriers of Hope
Our organisation supports Refugees, Asylum Seekers and other Migrants in Coventry.
We offer practical support to our clients by supplying vital necessities, ranging from food and nappies to pushchairs, toys, books, kitchenware and furniture. We repurpose high-quality donations from our local community, ensuring that individuals have access to everything they need to build their new lives in Coventry and reduce waste in our city too.
We foster a welcoming community for newcomers to the city, ensuring that no one faces the challenges of adjusting to a new place, language, and culture alone. By volunteering with us, our clients gain valuable opportunities to improve their English, develop new skills, deepen their understanding of their adopted home, and increase their chances of employment.
We work with partner organisations and agencies across the city to ensure our isolated clients can access all of the services available to ensure a happy and healthy future, from helping an individual understand the NHS App and make vital medical appointments, to linking them with legal experts and employment services, to enrolling them on budgeting courses, our aim is to ensure that everyone is empowered to live a positive, independent life.
Our work is made possible by the support and dedication of our diverse volunteer team, which includes local people, current and former clients, students, corporate teams, community groups, and professionals.
Whoever you are, we believe you can bring something truly special and important to Carriers of Hope. We offer both regular and one-off volunteering opportunities across all projects, providing full training, chances to improve your English or enhance your skills, and, most importantly, an opportunity to join a vibrant and welcoming community.
We offer practical support to our clients by supplying vital necessities, ranging from food and nappies to pushchairs, toys, books, kitchenware and furniture. We repurpose high-quality donations from our local community, ensuring that individuals have access to everything they need to build their new lives in Coventry and reduce waste in our city too.
We foster a welcoming community for newcomers to the city, ensuring that no one faces the challenges of adjusting to a new place, language, and culture alone. By volunteering with us, our clients gain valuable opportunities to improve their English, develop new skills, deepen their understanding of their adopted home, and increase their chances of employment.
We work with partner organisations and agencies across the city to ensure our isolated clients can access all of the services available to ensure a happy and healthy future, from helping an individual understand the NHS App and make vital medical appointments, to linking them with legal experts and employment services, to enrolling them on budgeting courses, our aim is to ensure that everyone is empowered to live a positive, independent life.
Our work is made possible by the support and dedication of our diverse volunteer team, which includes local people, current and former clients, students, corporate teams, community groups, and professionals.
Whoever you are, we believe you can bring something truly special and important to Carriers of Hope. We offer both regular and one-off volunteering opportunities across all projects, providing full training, chances to improve your English or enhance your skills, and, most importantly, an opportunity to join a vibrant and welcoming community.