'Wellbeing Wednesday' Group Volunteer for MIND in Mid Herts

Welwyn Hatfield Community And Voluntary Services Limited; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

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Help support our Services Users in our weekly Wellbeing group.

Opportunity Details

• Type: Long-term Commitment
• District: Welwyn/Hatfield
• Start Date: 07/05/2025
• End Date: 30/12/2026
• Location: From your office
• Time of Day: Weekday Mornings, Weekday Afternoons
• Practical Considerations: N/A
• Requirements: Will require a criminal record check (DBS)
• Suitable for: 18 – 25 year olds, Aged 26 and over
• Interested in: Mental Health
• Wheelchair Access: No

Full Description

Mind in Mid Herts is looking for enthusiastic, friendly, and reliable volunteers to support our 'Wednesday Wellbeing' group in Hatfield. This group provides an opportunity for people experiencing mental health difficulties to meet and helps them to look after their own wellbeing. The group takes place every Wednesday from 11am to 12.30pm.

Tasks include:

• Preparing the room for the group
• Welcoming service users and ensuring they are comfortable
• Working with a group of service users
• Supporting the facilitator in arranging weekly activities
• Engaging with the group
• Debriefing with the facilitator after each session

Desired Attributes:

• Enthusiasm, motivation, and a desire to learn
• Experience working with people with mental ill health (desirable, not essential)
• Active listening skills
• Reliability and punctuality
• Non-judgmental outlook

This is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference and give back to the local community.