Group Volunteer

Purpose of role

We are seeking empathetic and understanding volunteers to support clients experiencing mental ill health who attend our Wellbeing, Meeting Place groups and online meeting places.

Time commitment

A minimum of 2 hours per week.

Locations

Face to Face groups – Ware
Online Meeting Places – Fridays 6.30pm – 8.30pm, and Saturdays 11am – 1pm.

Main tasks

The main tasks for this role are as follows:

Prepare the room ready for the group including setting up tea/coffees
Welcome clients to the group and ensure they are comfortable
Engage with clients through talking and active listening
Signpost clients to other Hertfordshire Mind groups, courses and Peer Support as well as external services which may be of benefit
Report any safeguarding issues immediately to the facilitator/member of staff
Assist with clearing away
Debrief with Sessional Facilitator after each session

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