Volunteer Vacancy opportunities with CCP

If you have a desire to help others, you are reliable and resilient, you could be a great addition to the team.

 Within the Dorset Family Link worker Team we believe in the value and uniqueness of people. We welcome volunteers who have a range of skills and life experiences.

We will ask of you to do the following:

To support our team in their ongoing work, CCP are seeking volunteers who will act to facilitate community befriending. Through triaging we will match you to a client that fits with your experiences and skills. Typical activities can include:

• Being a listening ear for parents
• Supporting Clients and their children to complete day-to-day activities inside and outside of the home
• Support them with accessing and using public transport
• Accompanying them to community groups
• Carrying out small DIY jobs, such as redecorating, putting together furniture/blinds/curtains.
• Supporting a family to improve the condition of their home.
• Accompanying the Family Link Workers on their initial visit to the family home
• Supporting a family with healthy eating, cooking skills, meal planning and food shopping.
• General befriending support to young people to promote independence and improve wellbeing.
• Phone calls to support clients and ensure changes they have made are sustained.

We commit to you:

• We have an extensive training programme that will allow you to carry out this role.
• We will provide you with regular support and supervision during your time with us.
• We will let you know the outcome of your work and the difference it is making to the people you are supporting.
• We see you as part of the team and invite you to our All CCP away day and other activities through the year.
• We have a designated Volunteer Co-Ordinator who will be on hand to support you with your volunteering journey within CCP

The results of befriending can be very significant. It often provides people with a new direction in life, providing access to a range of activities and leading to increased self-esteem and self-confidence.

We have grown a lot since then and now aim to transform the lives of children, young people, families, and vulnerable adults by preventing homelessness, strengthening families and promoting independence. With a head office in Cheltenham, we currently employ 220 staff, backed up by a team of 160 volunteers, currently delivering services and projects in Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, South Gloucestershire, Bristol, Wiltshire, and Dorset.

Together WE can make a difference

#WeAreCCP

Application link on website - Caring for Communities and People (ccp.org.uk)