Volunteer Befriender

🌟 Volunteer Befriender Opportunity 🌟

Are you a good listener with a passion for supporting others?

Do you want to make a real difference in someone’s life?

We are looking for Volunteer Befrienders to join our team and offer companionship, encouragement, and a friendly ear to people who may be feeling isolated or facing challenges with their mental health and wellbeing.

What you’ll do:

• Offer one-to-one support through regular chats or meet-ups
• Build trusting relationships with individuals who may be lonely or socially isolated
• Encourage confidence, motivation, and connection to community activities
• Provide a positive and supportive presence
• Support participants by using tools such as the WEMWBS (Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Wellbeing Scale) to assess and monitor their mental health and wellbeing

What we’re looking for:

• Empathy, reliability, and good communication skills
• A non-judgmental attitude and respect for confidentiality
• Commitment of a few hours per week (days/times can be flexible)

What you’ll gain:

• Experience in a supportive mental health and wellbeing setting
• Training, supervision, and ongoing support (including how to use wellbeing assessment tools like WEMWBS)
• The chance to develop new skills and meet like-minded people
• The reward of knowing you’ve made a positive difference

Join us and help create brighter pathways for our community.