Helpline Volunteer

London, Greater London (Hybrid)
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary

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Job description

Are you a warm, empathetic person with good communication skills? Could you offer four hours a week to support families in urgent need?

 

We Stand - Formally Mosac  provide a free National Helpline service to non abusing parents and carers of sexually abused children. We are currently seeking Helpline Volunteers to provide support, information and a listening ear to parents and carers whose children have been sexually abused.

 

We know a caring, sensitive and non judgemental response can make a real difference to someone seeking support. We are looking for volunteers with good verbal, listening and communication skills, no previous experience on a helpline is required. Trained, experienced staff will always be on hand to provide support and guidance.

 

Helpline Volunteers will:

 

  • Receive full training prior to the formal induction (8 week training programme) Dates to be confirmed 
  • Commit to volunteer 4 hours per week for a minimum of 1 year
  • Receive ongoing support and supervision from a friendly team
  • Make a difference to the lives of families impacted by child sexual abuse

Opportunities for you: 

  • To contribute to We Stand’s aims of supporting families affected by child sexual abuse

  • You will receive training, continual development and support in the role

  • Work from our office or remotely from your own home

  • Gain valuable experience and development of interpersonal skills

  • Out of pocket expenses for travel and subsistence will be met by We Stand

Your Responsibilities: 

  • Answer calls that come through the National Helpline 

  • Provide support, information and signposting to relevant support organisations 

  • Complete all call log and monitoring information after each call 

  • Attend mandatory supervision meetings fortnightly or monthly to support you in the role. 

  • For volunteers working remotely - attend 30 minute supervision after your shift.

 

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We Stand -Formally Mosac View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 11 - 20
Refreshed on: 26 October 2024
Closing date: 02 December 2024 at 08:43
Tags: Social / Support Work