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Volunteer Companion - Northern Ireland

Remote
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary

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Job description

Are you friendly, compassionate, and reliable, seeking a volunteer role where you can make a real, meaningful difference in people’s lives?

 

As a Marie Curie Companion, you’ll provide comfort and support to individuals with terminal illnesses and their families.

 

What You’ll Do:

  • Offer companionship, emotional support, and a listening ear.
  • Help loved ones by giving them short breaks.
  • Drive clients to medical appointments or on short outings.

 

Why Volunteer?

  • Make a big impact by giving just 3 hours a week.
  • Receive full training and ongoing support.
  • Join a caring team helping families within your own community

*No nursing or counselling is required for this role - just a kind heart and a willingness to help.

 

What's involved in getting started:

  • 2 non family references
  • PVG Check
  • Up to 6 hours training
  • Induction

 

Travel Details:

This opportunity is available in various areas, within all counties of Northern Ireland. When matching you with someone, we will consider your ability to travel within your local community and your availability. Reasonable out of pocket expenses are reimbursed. This includes travel by the use of your own vehicle, or public transport. Expenses are paid monthly directly to the volunteer.

 

Interested? Find out more information by clicking on the link provided..

Posted by
Marie Curie View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 101 - 500
Posted on: 10 December 2024
Closing date: 10 February 2025 at 14:38
Job ref: Companion Volunteer - NI
Tags: Administration, Advice / Information, Communications, Training / Learning, Advocacy, Volunteering Management, Customer Service, Bereavement Support, Cancer, Customer support, Dementia, Health and Safety, Mental Health, Physical Activity, Safeguarding, Wellbeing

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