Volunteer with us

About the Role

As a Group Work Support Volunteer you will be working alongside our Group Facilitators to help our clients engage with and participate in a variety of recovery groups and activities.  

We have a range of group opportunities including our Resilient support group, social, craft club, and our wonderful allotment  and would like for you to help shape the delivery of these sessions to the individuals we support

Location and Time Commitment

• 189-198 High Street, Scunthorpe, DN15 6EA and community spaces
• 2 hours per week 
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Key tasks and responsibilities

• Supporting the Group Work Facilitator to deliver group sessions

• Promoting groups that are available in the service

• Supporting and encouraging individuals to participate in group activities

• Working with the team to identify individuals who would benefit from group sessions

• Supporting staff with the preparation and planning of new groups

• An exciting opportunity to volunteer alongside a friendly and professional team that makes a real difference to people’s lives

• A chance to use and develop your skills as part of giving back to your local community

• An excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience and insight into the inner workings of a Community Drug and Alcohol service

• Regular contact and support at every stage of your journey as a volunteer, including an assigned member of staff for supervision and development

• Access to relevant training and ongoing role-specific guidance, support and additional learning opportunities throughout your time with us

• Reimbursement of out of pocket expenses, in accordance with our Volunteer Expenses policy

Please note that we require you to be a minimum of 18 years of age to be considered for this volunteering role

This role is subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) at an Enhanced Level

Download the Role Description - Group Support Volunteer

If you have questions about this role or volunteering with our North Lincolnshire service then please contact us using the details below:

sophie.knight@wearewithyou.org

01724 857633