Creative Group Facilitator (Online)
This exciting volunteer role involves leading our online painting and/or drawing groups. These are a well established groups which thrive on peer support and the well-being benefits of having a creative outlet. What\'s involved: - Running a well-established weekly online painting and/or drawing session to: - Facilitate a creative outlet for our service users\' well-being. Giving some simple guidance or suggestions relating to this. - Encourage peer support amongst the group. - Simple admin tasks relating to starting each group in Zoom and taking a register. - Discuss with group members to come up with ideas and themes for the sessions. Volunteers can be online in their home or use one of West Sussex Mind\'s laptop and attend the session at one of our hubs at Southwick, Worthing or Littlehampton Painting group – Tuesdays, 11:00 – 12:30. Drawing group – Wednesdays, 13:30 – 15:00
What skills do I need?
- Volunteering for a minimum of two hours a week. - That you are able to inspire and motivate people. - That you are passionate about the benefits of creativity as a well-being tool. - That you are a confident communicator with good listening skills. - Have an enthusiasm for working with people, enabling them to achieve personal goals and are committed to being part of the service on a regular basis. - Understanding or lived experience of mental health needs desirable, this is not essential for the role.
Interests
- Arts, Heritage and Entertainment
- Health and Social Care
- Mental Health
Activities
- Creativity
- Supporting People and Befriending
Details
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
Over 18 years of age - DBS check required
- Disability and Access Support
- Driving Licence & Vehicle Required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Wheelchair Access
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
Start Date: 12/07/2023
End Date: 31/12/2024
Slot | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Morning | No | Yes | No | No | No | No | No |
Afternoon | No | No | Yes | No | No | No | No |
Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
Painting group – Tuesdays, 11:00 – 12:30. Drawing group – Wednesdays, 13:30 – 15:00 - You do not have to attend both sessions
Location
This opportunity can be carried out whilst working from home.
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