Our Connections for Life service entails friendship telephone calls from volunteers to beneficiaries within the RAF community who maybe experiencing loneliness, adapting to life after service or just looking for a general chat. you will make a real difference by helping support a lonely individual via regular telephone calls.
We will provide you with all the necessary training so you can rest assured that you will have all the skills you need As a Connections Volunteer, you will have the support of a dedicated coordinator as your point of contact.
A RAF or forces background is not essential, and we welcome applications from all areas of the community.
Skills
Patience and Empathy Friendly nature/rapport Good listener Ability to maintain boundaries Reliability
Details
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
Must be over 18 years of age - DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Inclusive Volunteering Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
Application Process
- Application Form
- Interview
- References
When can I volunteer?
Start Date: 16/03/2023
End Date: 31/03/2028
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Morning | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Afternoon | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Evening | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Availability Details
Telephone calls are offered on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis.
Location
This opportunity can be carried out whilst working from home.
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