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.