Volunteer for in Tameside - Slough - VoiceAbility

    VoiceAbility
    VoiceAbility Slough

    6 days ago

    Description

    Thank you for your interest in volunteering with VoiceAbility,

    About VoiceAbility

    VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK's largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

    We've been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most. For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website – .

    Why Volunteer with VoiceAbility

    Volunteering with VoiceAbility gives you the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your community by helping others ensure their voices are heard and valued. The roles we offer are deeply rewarding and may challenge you in new ways. You'll develop your communication skills, meet new people, and gain a greater understanding of others, while enjoying a sense of personal fulfilment along the way

    We ask for a minimum commitment of just 3 hours per week, but you're welcome to volunteer for more if you'd like. Whether you're looking to give back to your community, learn something new, or simply enjoy connecting with others, we'd love to have you on board

    Volunteer positions currently available in Tameside

    Relevant Person's Representative (RPR) Support Volunteer

    People in care homes should have a voice to communicate their needs wishes and wants. Some people need support with this, but don't have friends and family available to assist them. This means they're entitled to have support from an RPR and volunteer, who are there to make sure they get the care they deserve. Your role as an RPR Support Volunteer is to collaborate with the VoiceAbility RPR to make sure a person's views are listened to when decisions are made about their care.

    As an RPR Support Volunteer you might:

    • Visit people in their care home, to make sure they're getting the right care and support
    • Talk with them about their feelings, thoughts and wishes
    • Keep detailed notes and records
    • Make a real difference to someone's life

    Hospital Visitor volunteers visit hospital settings to ensure that people detained under the Mental Health Act are aware that they have a legal right to an IMHA qualified advocate. The volunteers are instrumental in ensuring that clients get access to an advocate and can also support the work that advocates undertake.

    As a hospital volunteer, you might:

    • hold drop-in sessions
    • attend events and ward meetings at localfacilities
    • share information
    • assist people to request advocacy support by completing a form online or calling our contact centre

    You'll be supporting people over the age of 18 with disabilities, this may include those with poor mental health, learning difficulties, autism and other disabilities. Your role will include supporting clients to understand and undertake a task on a one-to-one basis. The task will vary from client to client as will the needs of the individual.

    As a support session volunteer, you might:

    • help people have their say when it matters most
    • Helping individuals navigate challenges and ensuring their needs are met
    • help people to make complaints and use localservices

    Our service team volunteers undertake an administrative role that provides support to our advocacy service teams in a variety of ways.

    As a service team volunteer in England, you might:

    • support the local advocacy team as needed, for example administrative tasks
    • drop off promotional materials at variouslocations
    • attend events with other staff or assist in organising small localevents
    • support staff with presentations
    • accompany advocacy staff on visits

    All volunteering will take place Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 17:00. You will need to be over 18 years old and be living in the UK. Please note that there is no opportunity to volunteer at weekends or in the evening.

    Safeguarding Commitment Statement

    VoiceAbility are committed to safeguarding all clients who access our services. All Volunteers will be required to undertake a DBS check at the appropriate level and provide contact details for a minimum of two referees in line with our safer recruitment practice.

    ED&I Statement

    VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

    VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact the Volunteering team for further options.

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