Volunteer Telephone Befriender
You will be redirected to the Volunteer Essex website to express your interest.
This volunteer role involves providing regular conversation and companionship to a lonely or isolated person through a weekly phone call. Over time, you will build a positive and supportive connection, offering comfort and friendly interaction to someone who may have little contact with others. You will follow guidance from an assigned Friendship Coordinator, who will offer full training before you begin and provide ongoing support throughout your volunteering journey.
What skills do I need?
Personable, Friendly, Outgoing, Non-Judgemental, Chatty, Sociable
Location
This opportunity can be carried out whilst working from home.
Details
- Accessibility
- Data Protection policy
- DBS check required
- Equal opportunities policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Suitable for under 18s
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When is this role available?
When: 22/12/2023 - 22/12/2026
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The role is for about 30mins once a week, ongoing role. Calls to be made at a time convenient to both parties. After 3 months the match is reviewed, and will be continued or a new match may be offered if appropriate.
You will be redirected to the Volunteer Essex website to express your interest.
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