We are looking for a volunteer to support in a range of activities from attending community events and helping with outreach. Supporting carer groups at the carers centre. Engaging with people at community events, offering a warm welcome at carers groups. Assist in sharing helpful information about carer services.
Key responsibilities
- Attend community events to promote the work of Portsmouth Carers Centre and raise awareness of unpaid carers and the support provided by the carer's services.
- Supporting staff in identifying carers who may not yet be accessing services.
- Provide friendly and informative engagement at outreach stalls or community events
- Help set up and pack down at events or group sessions.
- Represent the Carers Centre in a positive and approachable manner.
- A polite, confident, and personable manner is important.
- Flexibility and understanding as sessions may need to change at the last minute.
Support
as required with existing carer support groups by:
- Welcoming attendees
- Organising refreshments
- Sharing information about carers services and local community resources
What's in it for you
- Gain experience in outreach, community engagement.
- Be part of a friendly and supportive team.
- Support the development of carers services.
- Receive a certificate of participation for volunteering
Training will be provided - You will need to complete online training before you start your volunteer role.
About the organisation
Portsmouth Carers Service provides a one-stop-shop for people caring for or looking after someone in Portsmouth (postcodes PO1 to PO6). The support each carer needs is unique to them, so we tailor our support to meet their individual needs – we listen and ask: how can we help?
Some carers just need a bit of emotional support, someone to talk to or someone to listen. Others need help getting a break or looking after their own wellbeing. If the carer needs something specific like help with benefits or money advice, we will always signpost them to the local service that specialises in that area. If we don’t know the answer to a question, we will do our best to find out.
Skills
- Friendly, approachable, and confident in engaging with the public.
- Passionate about supporting unpaid carers and raising awareness.
- Reliable and flexible, with a willingness to attend occasional out-of-hours events.
- Good communication and listening skills.
- Experience in community engagement or group support is helpful but not essential.
Details
- Suitable for Families - (under 16's with an adult)
- Suitable for Under 18's (if yes state min age)
You must be 18 years or over (18+) - Will require a criminal record check (DBS)
- Will require references
1 Professional reference from either employment or education Or 2 character references.
When can I volunteer?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Afternoon | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
• Volunteers will support various community-based events and initiatives, responding to events / outreach / needs of the carers centre as required. • The role will be ad hoc, some flexibility, may include occasional weekends and evenings.
Location
This opportunity has no specific location.
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