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Role Detail

Befriender

Volunteer Centre Greenwich

We are looking for befrienders to offer a friendly chat and act as well- being advisers to lonely and isolated individuals living in Greenwich. Signposting them to other organisations when necessary and supporting them into the community if appropriate.

Detailed Description

We are looking for befrienders to offer a friendly chat and act as well- being advisers to lonely and isolated individuals living in Greenwich. Befrienders will be matched with one/two clients and call them a minimum of once a week. If mutually agreed befrienders may support clients to access community activities. Full training is provided before you start your role and you will receive regular support and supervision.

Activities you will be doing

Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring

What skills are required for this role

Counselling

Why these skills are required

Empathy, good listening skills able to signpost to other organisations, confidentiality Must attend training

What is in it for you

Supporting individuals, full training. part of a team

Time Commitment

1-2 hours per week

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Application Process
Support you will receive
Role Type
Suitable For
18-25,25+,65+
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