CHAT line volunteer
n-compass
To provide a listening ear and emotional support to a carer.
· Call a Carer allocated to you at an agreed time each week on our CHAT line.
· Offer emotional and/or peer support to a carer
· Work within the organisation’s policy on confidentiality and safeguarding
What skills do I need?
Willingness to listen to carers in a non-judgemental way and provide emotional support.
Experience as an unpaid carer is desirable but not essential
When do I need to be available?
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Details
Phone calls are arranged around the matched carer's availability and usually on a weekly basis. Flexible, from 30 minutes a week..
Where does this role take place?
Working from home
Register your interest
Advertised by Volunteer Centre Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde
Register your interest- Details
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Age restrictions
minimum age 16 - DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Suitable for under 18s
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
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