Health Hub Volunteer
Age UK Croydon
Volunteer will welcome and introduce new clients to the team. Taking clients’ details and filling in forms. Handing out printed materials, and explaining materials and forms if clients need help. You will also assist with setting up the venue (chairs/tables) and packing away • Data entry, and photocopying of printed materials • Attending support, training and supervision meetings as required
Welcoming clients, introducing new clients to the team • Taking clients’ details and filling in forms • Taking a register and assisting with data collection • Handing out printed materials, and explaining materials and forms if clients need help • Assisting with setting up the venue (chairs/tables) and packing away • Data entry, and photocopying of printed materials • Attending support, training and supervision meetings as required
Administration,Advice, information & support,Community work,Languages & translation
Admin, Customer Service, Initiative/Self Motivation, Teamwork
Excellent communication skills • Good literacy skills • Confident in independently speaking and supporting older adults from all backgrounds and making them feel welcomed. • Awareness of healthy lifestyle and healthy ageing factors • Willingness to support older adults and work with people of all cultural backgrounds • Ability to travel to venue/s around the borough
Relevant training courses will be provided, including support to gain knowledge in the general running of the Healthier Lifestyle team • Meeting new people and being part of a vibrant volunteering team • Gaining new skills • Travel and other expenses will be reimbursed • You will receive a thorough induction before you start, to familiarise yourself with Age UK Croydon’s policies and procedures. • You will be assigned a line manager who is there to support and encourage you • Regular supervision so you feel confident in your role
Regular role (weekly, fortnightly, monthly)
CR7 7JH
81 Brigstock Road, Thornton Heath Croydon
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