What You'll Do:
- Coordinate and facilitate weekly walks in local parks to the service alongside other volunteers
- Meet with the walking group weekly
- Hold conversations with people attending the group, checking in on their wellbeing and providing a listening ear/friendly face
- Keep a record of attendees, provide feedback, and report any concerns to the staff team
- Ability to provide a supportive, and inclusive atmosphere that encourages participation
Why You'll Love It:
- You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications
- We hold annual Volunteer Awards and Celebration events; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering; We hold social events and outings for our volunteers to get together and have some fun
What You'll Learn:
You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
What We're Looking For:
The skills you need:
- Inspire and motivate people to attend the walking group
- Ability to identify, manage any possible risks that may arise during the walking group. Training will be provided
- Willing and able to go on a weekly walk lasting approximately 60-90 minutes
- Good communication skills
- Calm and patient approach
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