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The One to One Project is a charity which provides free counselling of up to 24 weeks to individuals in West and North Norfolk wo are experiencing social/emotional/mental health difficulties ...
Volunteer Mentor Befrienders
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Summary
The One to One Project is recruiting Mentors/Befrienders as part of our team providing emotional support to clients in their own homes or out in the community.Detailed description
If you are looking for:
· Experience in working within a mental health-based setting
· Think that you can offer a listening ear to support and encourage someone to make changes
Mentor/Befrienders provide companionship and guidance, helping people:
· Build friendships
· Deal with social isolation
· Maintain independence
· Promote emotional wellbeing
No experience is required. Training is completely free and will take place over two days. We aim to make it as flexible as possible to suit your availability.
Training will include:
· Active listening skills
· Safeguarding and lone working
· Training and guidance on how to work in the community.
All applicants will require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is met by the Project.