Are you a friendly, caring person who would like to make a difference to a lonely or isolated older person living in Northamptonshire by making a regular weekly telephone call for a friendly chat and to provide a listening ear? As a telephone befriender you can make a huge, positive difference.
Skills
Volunteers must be aware of the limitations some people endure so the need to be able to listen without judgment - essential. Essential - access to a Smartphone or Computer. Volunteers must be able to attend training and understand the importance of providing feedback following each telephone call via an App, which reports back to the Volunteers Co-ordinator, Age UK Northamptonshire. Volunteers must commit to contacting at least three clients on a weekly basis.
Details
- Accessibility
N/a - telephone calls are made from the comfort of your own home. - Age restrictions
18+ - DBS check required
Enhanced DBS required and will be applied for by Age UK Northamptonshire. - Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
N/A - Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
Additional training may be required. - Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
Given at Induction stage. - Volunteers covered by insurance
N/a as telephone calls made from the comfort of your own home. - Written role description
Available on the Age UK Northamptonshire website and at interview stage.
When can I volunteer?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Afternoon | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
Dedicated, caring and patient Volunteers required. Following Induction and DBS check, Volunteers are required to call at least three client\'s each week between the hours of 9.30am to 4pm, Monday to Thursday, 9.30am to 3pm on Fridays.
Location
This opportunity can be carried out whilst working from home.
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