Carer Support Assistant Volunteer
Greenwich Carers Centre
Within this role you would be supporting our Hub Team, who provide one-to-one practical and emotional support and advice to carers and help to improve the lives of both carers and those they care for.
This volunteering role helps to make positive life changes to the lives of carers through completing simple applications with and on behalf or carers to support them to increase their mobility and get them out and about in the community and reduce their isolation and their expenditure. Within this role you would be supporting our Hub Team, who provide one-to-one practical and emotional support and advice to carers and help to improve the lives of both carers and those they care for. Key Responsibilities Assisting with written and online applications for: Blue Badges (Online) Oyster 60+ photocards (Online) Dial-a-Ride Freedom Passes Taxicard Council tax reduction/exemption forms Attending team meetings and supervision when needed
Administration,Advice, Information & Support
Admin, Basic IT skills - internet & email, Good IT Skills, Reading & Writing
A current or former carer Good listening and communication skills Strong literacy and IT skills or a willingness to learn Ability to understand and explain written information Caring, sensitive, and non-judgemental approach Reliable, dependable, and flexible An understanding of confidentiality
What Greenwich Carers will offer you: A programme of specialised Hub Team training Ongoing training, support and supervisions Flexible volunteering opportunities that fit around your caring commitments The opportunity to develop your skills A chance to be a part of the Greenwich Carers Centre volunteering team Travel expenses A drink Lunch if volunteering for over 4+ hours A paid DBS check
3-4 hours per week
SE7 7BD
Whilst the majority his role will take place at Greenwich Carers Centre (76 Hornfair Road, Charlton, SE7 7BD), there may be the occasional need for a home visit to a carer.
Nearest Bus Stops Charlton House: 53, 54, 422 St Luke's Church Charlton (Warren Walk): 486, 380 Charlton Road/Victoria Way: 53, 54, 422 Charlton Village: 53, 54, 380, 422, 486
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