We’re looking for two volunteers over the age of 18 years old, to support stroke survivors who have communication difficulties, at the group which is based at Glass Mill Leisure Centre, 41 Loampit Vale, London, SE13 7FT.
You’ll be volunteering:
For two hours every second and fourth Friday of the month, between 11:00am and 1:00pm.
We are looking for communication service supporters to assist stroke survivors in developing their communication skills in a group setting.
The volunteers will:
- Be an effective communication service supporter - you need great listening skills and be able to support people in an empathetic and non-judgemental way.
- Be willing to learn and use the technique called ‘supported conversation’, which is used to support people with communication difficulties.
If you are someone who enjoys conversation, meeting new people and likes to try new things, then this role might be a good one for you.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required for this role.
Interested in this role?
Find out more by downloading the role description for the Communication service supporter role.
If you are interested in this role, please complete our application form and send it to Jacky Brookfield, Stroke Association Support Coordinator, by emailing jacky.brookfield@stroke.org.uk.
We want to reduce barriers to inclusion. Help us understand who is applying for and getting roles with us by completing our equal opportunities form. This helps us continue to identify anything that’s getting in the way of people looking to join us. This information does not form part of your application.
If you would like further information, please contact Ify Odiah, Stroke Association Support Coordinator, by calling 07944 965574 or email Ify.Odiah@stroke.org.uk.
