Opportunity type: Long-term Commitment
Role: Advice, Information and Support Work
District: Boroughwide
Time of day: Weekday Mornings, Weekday Afternoons, Weekend Full Days, Weekend Half Days
Does this opportunity provide wheelchair access? Yes
Location: From home
Description: As a Family Support volunteer at Out There you will support in providing emotional and practical support to the family and loved ones of prisoners in Greater Manchester. Desirable Skills / Qualifications / Experience - Previous experience in supporting others with their emotional wellbeing - Previous experience of supporting others to navigate the Criminal Justice System - Have relevant qualifications in social care / psychology / counselling / mentoring - Be positive and friendly - Have a non-judgmental attitude - Be flexible and use initiative - Be organised and punctual - Have some experience of direct work with families, children or our client group Role Description - To support Out There’s Adult Clients with their emotional wellbeing which has been impacted by the imprisonment of a loved one - To stay in touch with clients either on the phone or in the community - To support in signposting clients to other relevant support systems - To help out at Out There events and group activities by assisting in setting up, organising and chatting with clients - Keep up to date records of sessions and identify any next steps - To represent Out There’s values and ethos when supporting clients - Be able to work on own initiative with ongoing support and guidance from Out There colleagues. - Be able to travel throughout Greater Manchester
Requirements: Will require a criminal record check (DBS)
Email: katy@outtherecharity.org
Phone: 01612328986
