Promoting the sessions by creating posters and other promotional materials
Planning the Check-in and Connect sessions working with other volunteers and staff to agree on the content and delivery.
Creating a client-led group by involving clients in deciding session’s themes or topics
Providing a supportive and safe space for clients to be listened to and heard
Guiding the sessions, maintaining the timing and structure of the session
Debriefing with the volunteers and staff involved after each session
In addition to experience which will be of future benefit, you will gain the satisfaction and fulfilment of volunteering for a large homelessness charity, supporting us in our complete recovery pathway approach, from identifying homeless persons through to equipping them with the skills needed for reintegrating into independent living and working.
You will gain experience which will benefit you enormously if you decide to enter the homelessness sector. In addition, volunteering for an organisation such as St.Mungos will benefit your CV enormously.
Supportive listening skills
The ability to work as a team with other volunteers and staff
Beneficial: Experience delivering wellbeing/mental health group discussions
Client and customer focused.
A friendly personality, good interpersonal skills, enthusiasm and motivation.
Willing to learn and develop within the role.
Collaborative with good communication skills.
An understanding of the causes of homelessness and its impact.
Genuine interest in and commitment to St Mungo’s work and client group.
Similar Opportunities
The aim of this communication support role is to have better conversations, and to support people with a communication disability, aphasia, to live life well. Aphasia is secondary to a stroke or brain injury or illness.
Work alongside us to bring in funds for Aphasia Re-Connect. Work with our advisory group to contribute your ideas and support. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves and join us for events and initiatives. Be happy to take and share photos.
