Your role
Amazing, giving, inspiring are just a few words we would use to describe our volunteers.
Our volunteers are integral to the services we provide and the people we support. If you are looking for a rewarding role where you will make a difference whilst gaining experience along the way, then join us here at Rethink Mental Illness.
About the role
We are looking for Single Point of Access (SPOA) Volunteers to support our Derbyshire Recovery and Peer Support Service (DRPSS). You will be based at The Croft in Ripley and, ideally, you will be able to commit up to 4 hours per week to volunteering.
You will receive training and regular supervision to ensure you feel confident in your role. You can read more about the benefits of volunteering on the full advert on our website.
About the service
We support people who are having difficulties with their mental health by offering targeted goal-focused support, developing peer support and volunteer opportunities across Derbyshire, and also peer support groups.
We offer
1. Targeted support through one-to-one and group sessions.
2. Self-help and peer support
3. Telephone support
4. Advice and information on mental illness.
5. Recovery education
6. Social activities in the local community
7. Signposting to other sources of community and specialis...