Resident Support Volunteer - NSNO

The Bradford No Second Night Out project supports new and entrenched rough sleepers by providing a range of accommodation, outreach, assessment, and advice, and by coordinating the delivery of cold weather provision for rough sleepers in Bradford.

Responsibilities

• Work with residents to establish their hobbies and areas of interest.
• Develop and implement activities that are culturally and sensitively appropriate.
• Encourage and motivate residents to take part in activities.
• Ensure some activities involve social inclusion.
• Share any concerns about residents with a staff member.
• Respect peoples' differences.
• Work within agreed professional boundaries at all times and in line with Waythrough policies and procedures.

Qualifications & Skills

• Good IT skills.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to keep track of multiple tasks and report back on progress.
• Non judgmental towards people with lived experience.
• Confident to contact people by email or phone.
• Good time keeping.
• Ability to work as part of a team, on own initiative and to instruction.
• Understanding of Waythrough (information available on the website).
• A genuine interest in being part of the mission and vision of Waythrough.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries, adhere to Waythrough policies and media guidelines, engage in supervision, and complete relevant training.

About Waythrough

Waythrough provides specialist support across mental health, alcohol, drugs and related areas. We deliver high quality, evidence based services designed around the real needs of the people we serve. Every year we support around 125,000 people through over 250 services, supported by 3,500 staff and volunteers.

Benefits

• Discounts from various schemes.
• Training and personal development.
• Chance to make a real difference in people's lives.
• Free induction and role specific training.
• Support from experienced staff and regular supervision.
• Opportunities to meet new people and develop your confidence.
• Reimbursement for travel and agreed expenses.
• Valuable experience that can support your personal or career development.

Inclusion&Accessibility

Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support. We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation. If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email .

How to Apply

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