Volunteer Befriender/Companion
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Location:
Brent, London
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Sector:
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Contract type:
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Contact:
Volunteers
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Contact email:
volunteers@tpp.co.uk
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Salary high:
0
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Salary low:
0
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Job ref:
LF1734_1543501145
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Published:
over 2 years ago
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Expiry date:
2019-02-27
Part-Time Hindi Speaking Female Volunteer Befriender/Companion
A Charitable Organisation, based in London NW10 area is looking for a Part-time Female Hindi Speaking Volunteer Befriender/Companion for an elderly female Service User in the London area of Brent.
The Charity provides Volunteer Befrienders/Companions to help alleviate loneliness and social isolation in older people.
Volunteer Befriender/Companion to offer support such as:
- Talking, reading, watching TV, playing indoor games
- Short occasional walks with service user
Key Skills/Qualifications and Requirements:
- Must have current Enhanced DBS or willing to have one done, fees met by the Charity
- Experience in volunteering as a Befriender would be an advantagebut not essential
- Have good listening and communication skills
- Patient, caring and sympathetic
- Fluent in Hindi language
- Be willing to give 1-2 hours per day, for 1-2 days per week (early Mondays and/or Wednesdays)
Benefits:
£10 per visit toward travel expenses, or depending how far you have to travel.
To apply, please email us your CV and covering letter ASAP to office@bfcharity.org.uk Only short listed candidates will be notified.
