Family Focus Session Volunteer
To be working with parents who have children between the ages of 10-18, and signpost them to
organisations they will need. This role will be 2 hours per week
What You'll Do:
You will be working with parents to help signpost them to different support organisations. You will learn to session plan and order items for activities. The activities will help you engage with parents and find out their interests and what they hope to achieve for themselves and their families.
Why You'll Love It:
You will meet new people, develop an understanding of issues within the local area. This role will be very rewarding as you will be supporting others to make positive changes within their lives.
What You'll Learn:
How to support parents to help them support their children. You will be a support system for families you are in need. WIll also be a great opportunity to learn what other organisations there is in the community, how they can help and how to signpost to them.
Other skills you will learn include:
● Safeguarding
● How to work effectively with others
● Time Keeping
● Communication Skills
● How to support young people
● Learn about Youth Work
There will be a full induction before starting your role with us - we will also identify any training needs and you will be invited to attend our annual safeguarding training.
What We're Looking For:
● We are looking for individuals who are:
● Interested in supporting parents to help support their children
● Responsive and sensitive to the needs of parents
● Reliable and trustworthy
● Can engage with parents people in a fun and interactive way
● Good communication and listening skills
● Patient with the needs of the parents
● Ability to work as part of a team
● Motivated and enthusiastic
● Ability to demonstrate professional attitude and behaviour
● Commitment to pursue Equal Opportunity and Non-Discriminatory practices.
● Willingness to work flexible hours.