1:1 Bereavement Volunteer at Children's Bereavement Centre : Newark & Sherwood and Rushcliffe Volunteering

What skills do I need?

Essential: Empathetic. Sound understanding of confidentiality. Knowledge of safeguarding. Good communication skills. Good level of record keeping. Experience of working in a team and lone working. Experience of working with people from a variety of backgrounds. Enthusiastic. 2+ years' experience with children.

Desirable: Knowledge of family dynamics and attachment theory. Experience in supporting children through bereavement. Counselling skills certificate.

When do I need to be available?

	Morning	Afternoon	Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Register your interest

Ideal for people interested in
Mental Health

Ideal for people who like
Supporting People and Befriending

Details
DBS check required
Equal Opportunities Policy
Expenses reimbursed
Health and Safety Policy
Ongoing support
Mentor provided
Training provided
Online and face to face training day provided ahead of start date. Safeguarding course will need completing.
Volunteer induction
Volunteer Policy
Volunteers covered by insurance
Written role description

Application Process
Application Form
DBS Check
Interviews
References
Trial Period