Activities Volunteer

Salary Not Specified

Providence Row, City of Westminster

Posted 1 day ago, 29 Nov | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 6ac2172bcdfb480982a2b8c4bb9c4fea

Promoting, delivering and facilitating suitable activities for residents at DGH.
Working closely with Key Workers to ensure that activities compliment the requirements of DGH.
Work closely with residents to involve them in the design and running of the activities.
Produce publicity material and raise awareness of available opportunities.
Attend team meetings, residents meeting and feedback sessions when appropriate and available.
Develop a network of support in the local community appropriate to residents.

Understanding and willingness to work with people experiencing homelessness/mental health and addictions.
Ability to work with groups and individuals.
Ability to work collaboratively with others.
Able to respond to challenging behaviour calmly and safely.
Basic understanding of health and safety.
A good listener, able to understand and communicate clearly in English both verbally and in written form.
Ability both to work within a team and use own initiative.
Ability to follow policies and procedures.

Have a rewarding and fun experience
Meet new people as part of a friendly team that makes a difference in to residents' lives and in the local community
Receive an induction, relevant training, the support you need to carry out your role, and agreed out-of-pocket expenses (reimbursed within our guidelines)