Bereavement Drop-In Volunteer

Overview

Volunteers will:
Be happy to volunteer on a rota support system and work within a team
Be able to actively listen and show compassion with a warm and caring approach
Respond with sensitivity
Be non-judgmental and able to support people with any form of bereavement
Act as an ambassador for Treetops and publicly normalising grief.
Recognise when to step back and understand the limits of the role and the support offered.
To be able to hold and tolerate the distress of others without trying to fix them
To undergo training in bereavement and communication skills.
Be open-minded and tolerant of different lifestyles and values
Be self-motivated and reflective

Trustworthy, Reliable, Punctual and Committed
Able to work as part of a team
Presentable with a positive, friendly attitude
Able to embrace the changing needs of the diverse community we serve
Understanding of person-centred care
A calm persona with a high level of compassion and empathy
An excellent communicator and great listener
Some aspects of the role can be physically and mentally demanding; please let us know if you have health issues that would prevent you from doing something or what assistance you would need to do it.

Make a real difference to people’s lives within your local community
Make new friends in a caring and dedicated team
Develop your skills and experience in the healthcare sector
Enhance your CV and gain written references for prospective employers
Be a part of a team that celebrates diversity and respects cultural differences
Increase your grief literacy by receiving training from, and then representing, a leading local hospice.