Group hosts needed for online social group for Trans+ Charity
Are you a passionate supporter of the trans+ community? Whether you’re trans+ or cis, part of the queer community or a straight ally, Beyond Reflections would love to have you join our team of dedicated volunteers.
As a volunteer host, your role will be to help create a supportive and enjoyable space where our members can chat informally and gain confidence socializing as their authentic selves.
Working with another support volunteer, you will create a warm and inclusive environment where members feel comfortable and valued. You will help facilitate positive social interactions, managing group dynamics, showing patience and empathy in working with diverse individuals and personalities.
About the organisation
Beyond Reflections are a charity supporting trans, non-binary and questioning adults, as well as their friends, families and allies. Located in Southampton we provide in person services throughout Hampshire and Dorset and online services which can be accessed throughout England & Wales.
We provide support in the form of face-to-face and online support groups, counselling, wellbeing drop-ins, and third-party hate-crime victim support.
Process:
You will need an account to register your interest for this role. Once you have registered your interest you will receive an automatic email with next steps. If you have not received this in a couple of hours, please do get in touch as it may not have registered (volunteering@hiveportsmouth.org.uk).
You will need to respond to the "Criteria Check" email to progress with this role.
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Don't forget you can add up any volunteering hours as part of Team 100 Opportunity - Hive Portsmouth or part of the Donate 100 things challenge Opportunity
Skills
This role requires empathy, excellent communication skills, and the ability to create a nurturing atmosphere. You will also use O365 for basic admin.
In return for your time, we can offer training on Trans+ Awareness, Support Skills Training, Development Days and Volunteer Socials.
This is an online role.
Details
- Limited Physical Access
- Minimum time commitment (e.g. 3 months, 6 months etc)
This is an online role that will require a two hours per fortnight commitment, on weekday evenings. - 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 a driving licence
- Will require own vehicle or access to a vehicle
- Will require references
We usually ask for one professional reference and one personal one but we are flexible dependent on circumstances.
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 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
Availability Details
This role will require a two hours per fortnight commitment, on weekday evenings. Specific times will be discussed and confirmed.
Location
This opportunity can be carried out whilst working from home.
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