Punjabi Speaking Befriender Volunteer

We are looking for a Punjabi-speaking befriender volunteer to meet up regularly with one of our residents at our service in Bromley. Volunteering with Creative Support is a great way to enrich the lives of people with support needs while helping our staff to deliver person-centred services.We are looking for an outgoing, sociable and warm person, who's also a good listener. As a befriender, you will provide companionship and meet up regularly with one of our residents. If you have a couple of hours to spare and can commit to volunteering on a regular basis, we'd love to hear from you!Our resident also enjoys knitting and taking part in arts activities, we are looking for a volunteer who also enjoys knitting and crafts and will be able to spend time with our resident.This role is for an extra care service with self-contained flats for older people with a variety of support needs.Volunteer Duties:- Meet on a regular basis with the person we support- Provide companionship and conversation whilst respecting boundaries- Engage the person we support in activities- Report any safeguarding concerns to Creative Support staff members- Work within Creative Support policies and procedures, respecting boundaries- Attend regular supervisions with your supervisor and complete any training providedHours: Flexible days and timesTPBN1_UKTJ