Volunteer Telephone Befriender

Changes Bristol
https://changesbristol.org.uk/
Salary: 
volunteer position
Closing Date: 
Thursday, 22 August, 2024 - 11:30
Contract Type: 
Volunteer
Hours: 
1 hour per week
Details of Role: 

We’re currently looking for volunteers to help us with our telephone Befriending Service

This is a crucial service that offers support for people that may not be able to make it to our group meetings and are experiencing feelings of isolation or mental distress.

This is an incredibly rewarding role that offers people a safe and empathetic listening ear, allowing them to talk about their feelings or share what is going on in their lives and start making changes for the better.

We are looking for volunteers that can support one or two people for at least 1 hour a week and offer comprehensive training and ongoing supervision for the role. Get in touch to find out more information – Befriending@changesbristol.org.uk

Changes is a user-led organisation and a unique recovery service for those in mental distress. The aim of Changes service is to provide an opportunity for those suffering from mental distress to move from isolation, withdrawal, and dependency to becoming active and contributing members of their immediate and wider community.

How to Apply: 

For the full role description, and to apply please email- Befriending@changesbristol.org.uk

Contact Email: 
Befriending@changesbristol.org.uk
Contact Phone: 
0117 941 1123