Volunteer Befriender in Sutton

Katharine Stubbs

Posting for 2+ years

Sutton

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Volunteer Befriender in Sutton

Katharine Stubbs

Posting for 2+ years

Sutton

MHA is the largest charity care provider for older people in the UK. Our mission is to inspire the best care and wellbeing at every stage of later life. MHA Moorlands is a Retirement Living Scheme offering a supportive and friendly community with purpose-built properties designed to help our residents maintain their independence.

As a Befriender you'll support one of our male residents by visiting him regularly to bring friendship, company, and a chance to chat. The visits will also include shopping trips (access to own vehicle required) and going for walks.

Benefits for you:

Help improve the quality of life for older people
Help reduce loneliness and isolation
Support your community
Keep socially active
Be part of a friendly team

Skills and qualities desired:

Good communication and people skills
Enthusiasm
Patience, empathy and understanding of the needs of older people
Reliable and punctual
Clear sense of personal boundaries and ability to maintain confidentiality
A willingness to engage with training and development
A good understanding of your personal strengths and limitations

Times and Commitment:

Monday-Friday- preferably around 11am however the time can be negotiated
Each visit will last around 2 hours
We ask you to be able to commit on a regular basis for a minimum of 6 months

Training, support and requirements:

You need to be aged 18 or over
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and two character references are required
Proof of a clean driving licence, insurance cover and MOT
Access to own vehicle
A good driving safety awareness
We will provide you with a full induction for the role
Training on safeguarding, health and safety and other training and updating of skills and knowledge relevant to the role
Ongoing support from a named contact

*Please note- we can only accept applications from UK residents*