MindWell Research Champion

Leeds, West Yorkshire (On-site)
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary

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Job description

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in your community? Do you have any time to spare each week or month? MindWell is looking for volunteers to join our team and help us connect more people in Leeds with vital mental health and wellbeing resources.  

About the role

As a MindWell Research Champion, you’ll be part of the MindWell team and play a vital part in helping to raise awareness of the information, guidance and support MindWell offers. 

  • You’ll help us to identify health and wellbeing events across the city and key locations for distributing and displaying MindWell materials. 
  • You’ll make contact with event organisers and locations to find out whether MindWell can support them in any way. 
  • You'll create a calendar of events, build contacts and relationships with organisations and individuals across the city. and work closely with MindWell Events and Promotional Volunteers. 

Find out about our other MindWell volunteer opportunities on Be Collective. 

Who we’re looking for

We welcome volunteers living in Leeds from all walks of life especially those with personal experience of mental health challenges, and those from LGBT+, disabled, and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities. You don’t need any specific skills - what matters most is your willingness to help and your enthusiasm to learn. We’re looking for people who are:

  • Caring and compassionate
  • Positive and motivated
  • Reliable and committed
  • Collaborative and good at communicating 
  • Open to learning and growing with us

Even if you don’t feel you match all these qualities perfectly, that’s okay! We’ll provide all the training and support you need to feel confident in your role. 

Volunteer benefits:

  • Learn new skills and gain experience in the mental health field.
  • Be part of a supportive, friendly team.
  • Receive induction and ongoing training, including free eLearning.
  • Make a meaningful difference in your community.
  • Have your travel expenses reimbursed and enjoy discounts on event tickets. 

About MindWell

MindWell is the go-to online resource for adult mental health and wellbeing support in Leeds. 

The website provides clear, practical, and reliable information to promote understanding, normalise self-care, remove barriers and help people find the support that’s right for them. Join us in creating a caring and mentally healthy Leeds.

Tasks and responsibilities

  • You’ll research events across the city that are focused on improving health and wellbeing.
  • You’ll research locations for distributing and displaying MindWell materials.
  • You’ll contact event organisers and locations to find out how MindWell can support them.
  • You’ll create a calendar of events, build contacts and relationships with organisations and individuals.
  • You'll represent MindWell and act as our ambassador.
Application Instructions

To apply, simply download and fill out our Expression of Interest form and email it to us.

You’ll hear back from us within 10 working days, and we may invite you for an informal chat to learn more about you and the opportunity. If no positions are currently available, we can, with your permission, keep your application on file and reach out when new volunteering opportunities arise.

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We’re on a mission to make it easier for people in Leeds to connect with local mental health support, especially those who might face barriers.

Posted on: 13 August 2024
Closing date: 01 November 2024 at 12:00
Tags: Administration, Training / Learning, Marketing, Business Development, Engagement / Outreach, Entry level / Graduate, Mental Health, Research, Wellbeing

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