Social group facilitator volunteer

Core tasks

• Set up social group sessions
• Supervise activities and the smooth running of the group
• Be on hand to listen to the people who use our services and signpost to further support where appropriate
• Be willing to take part in discussions
• Ensure that the group is delivered within a safe, welcoming environment
• Take part in practical elements of the session such as making refreshments, completing the register and collating group feedback
• Tidy up afterwards

Person specification

• The volunteer needs to have, warmth, sensitivity, understanding, patience and a sense of humour, with a mature flexible outlook and enough time to volunteer regularly.
• To be able to give at least six months’ commitment.
• No specific experience is necessary as training will be given
• Must be aged over 18

Support offered

• Induction training is provided before volunteers take up their roles
• Ongoing training is provided by the coordinator
• Support/supervision sessions provided
• Reimbursement of expenses
• Public liability insurance cover

Any other information

• Volunteers are required to complete an application form
• Provide details of two referees (who are not related and have known the applicant for a minimum of two years)
• Complete a DBS check
• Attend any training required