What You'll Do:
Application and training process:
- Send an application form via our website;
- Attend an online one-to-one interview to discuss why you want to volunteer with the Wren Project;
- We assess an applicant’s suitability for the role;
- If successful, applicants participate in a remote, 4-week training programme focusing on listening skills, and supporting individuals in distress as a result of their autoimmune disease;
- A final one-to-one assessment of readiness before being matched with a Wren.
The role:
- Join a regular fortnightly shift, whereby you will support two Wrens in two separate, one-to-one sessions of 50 minutes via telephone/video call/online.
- A self-reflective approach to learning and development supported by staff-led reflective practice sessions. Monthly attendance required for the initial six months.
- Attend three additional modules of skill-building training in the first 12 months;
- Access to ongoing support from other volunteers and the Operations team;
- Opportunities to support the charity in a variety of additional roles.
Why You'll Love It:
- Lifelong skills in deep listening;
- Extensive training in empathetic listening and supporting distress;
- An excellent opportunity to engage in ongoing personal reflection and development in a supportive charity environment;
- A self-reflective approach to learning and development;
- An insight into life with autoimmune disease.
What We're Looking For:
- A desire to support people in times of distress;
- An empathetic and understanding attitude;
- A commitment to offering ongoing support to Wrens and to reflect upon the experience;
- A quiet and private space to conduct appointments;
- Access to a computer, telephone and a reliable internet connection;
- Confidentiality, professionalism and reliability;
- The commitment to volunteer at the Wren Project for at least one year.
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