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About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Recovery Support Volunteer to join our Grimsby team. As a Recovery Support Volunteer you will be working alongside recovery workers to help engage and support clients making positive choices and changes in their lives. 

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the team and make a real difference in people’s lives, gaining experience in the substance misuse field and undertaking comprehensive training as you progress.

Location and Time Commitment

Grimsby

• 76B Cleethorpe Road, Grimsby, DN31 3EF

• Flexible hours, Monday to Friday

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• Supporting recovery workers with planning and delivering psychosocial and motivational sessions

• Sitting in on client sessions with a member of staff (where appropriate) to provide support & advice.

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

• Supporting staff with the preparation and planning of new groups

• Supporting and encouraging clients to participate in group sessions and key worker appointments

What's in it for you?

• Opportunity to use and develop your skills as part as part as giving back to the community.

• Volunteer alongside a friendly and professional team that make real differences to peoples lives 

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

• Gain valuable experience within substance misuse field 

• Support at every stage of your volunteering, including an assigned member of staff for supervision and development 

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

• An opportunity to feedback about your experience volunteering with us.

• Access to We Are With You employee assist programme

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 a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check at an Enhanced Level

Download the Role Description - Recovery Support Volunteer

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

jody.wright@wearewithyou.org.uk

01472 806890

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Young Persons Support Volunteer to join our Grimsby Team.

The main purpose of this role is to support the Young Persons recovery workers in delivering advice, information and education on illicit substances and alcohol. 

In this role you will learn the practices and skills used to effectively work alongside recovery workers in their 1-1 sessions with their clients. You will have the chance to be involved with multi-disciplinary working and attend safeguarding events. 

Location and Time Commitment

Grimsby

• 76B Cleethorpe Road, Grimsby, DN31 3EF

• Flexible hours, Monday to Friday

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Working alongside our Young Persons team to help engage with our clients aged between 13 and 20.

• Attending schools and deliver training to educate Young People on the risk and harms associated with illicit substance use and smoking.

• Assisting Recovery Workers delivering psychosocial and motivational sessions with the aim of helping young people achieve their goals.

• Supporting Recovery Workers when attending home visits to clients

What's in it for you?

• An exciting opportunity to volunteer alongside a friendly and professional team that makes 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 a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check at an Enhanced Level

Download the Role Description - YP Support Volunteer

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

jody.wright@wearewithyou.org.uk

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 and would like for you to help shape the delivery of these sessions to the individuals we support.

Location and Time Commitment

• 76B Cleethorpe Road, Grimsby, DN31 3EF

• Flexible hours, Monday to Friday

Main 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

What's in it for you?

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

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

• Volunteer alongside a friendly and professional team that makes a real difference to people’s lives

• 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

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

• An opportunity to feedback about your experience volunteering with us

• Access to We Are With You employee assist programme

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 a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check at an Enhanced Level

Download the Role Description - Group Support Volunteer

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

jody.wright@wearewithyou.org.uk

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to develop and use your administrative skills to support the day-to-day work of the Administration team in our Grimsby service.

As part of the team you will provide a warm and friendly welcome to clients and visitors to the service to ensure a good first impression is made.

Location and Time Commitment

Grimsby

• 76B Cleethorpe Road, Grimsby, DN31 3EF

• Flexible hours, Monday to Friday

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Supporting the administrative team with asks including scanning, copying and filing.

• Supporting the staff on Reception to help create a welcoming and professional atmosphere for clients and visitors.

• Supporting with the screening of phone calls to ensure they get to the correct team or most appropriate member of staff

• Helping to ensure the client information displayed in the reception area is tidy, current and relevant

• Providing basic information and advice on the service offer in Grimsby.

• Sending appointment reminders to clients.

What's in it for you?

• An exciting opportunity to volunteer alongside a friendly and professional team that makes 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

• Access to We Are With You employee assist programme

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 a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check at a Standard Level

Download the Role Description - Administration Volunteer

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

jody.wright@wearewithyou.org.uk

01472 806890