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Parent Peer Support Volunteer
Action for Children · Worcestershire, United Kingdom
About The Role
What We need you to do.
- We are looking for dedicated reliable volunteers to assist within our services. The ideal volunteer will support out team of dedicated staff.
- To offer support and encouragement to parents as directed by the parent themselves and where appropriate, signpost to further professional support.
- Be present in a variety of Family Hub and community-based groups and activities to engage with parents.
- Work closely with others to encourage all parents, including fathers, to access support appropriate to their needs.
- Increase awareness and knowledge for families to decrease the stigma and fear associated with asking for help or support.
- What skills & Experience do you need?
- Be friendly and have a good sense of humour.
- Have a non-judgemental attitude.
- Be Reliable.
- Be confident.
- Have unconditional positive regard without bias when working with parents.
- To be inclusive and respectful of different social, ethical, cultural and religious backgrounds- helping to create a safe space for all parents.
What we can offer
- An excellent opportunity to build skills and experience in a Social Care environment.
- We can be a reference for any future endeavours.
- Access to exclusive volunteer benefits.
What we ask of you
- To provide two references from non-family members and other relevant documents related to the role.
- To keep to all the charity’s policies and guidelines.
- To complete an induction and any training relating to the role.
If you have any further questions about the role, or need assistance with application form then please contact [email hidden]
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