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Welcomer

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We are looking for a friendly volunteer who can meet and greet people who are coming to get support at our base in Stockport. You will be helping us to provide a welcoming atmosphere for people coming for counselling and other mental health and wellbeing support. As a Welcomer, you’ll be chatting with people as they arrive, making them a drink, and helping them to relax. There may also be light administrative tasks. The time commitment is flexible but must be during Beacon’s opening hours (Monday to Thursday from 9am to 9pm, and Friday from 9am to 5pm).

Role

You will need to
• have empathy and good listening skills,
• have a warm and calm demeanour,
• be respectful of confidentiality,
• be reliable. We would particularly like to hear from people with experience of mental health challenges.

When:

Weekdays, Evenings

Where:

SK1

Other:

You will be supported in the role. This is a great opportunity to improve the people who come to Beacon, and develop your skills and confidence.

Closing date for applications:

31 July 2024

Who to contact:

Sandi Marshall

Beacon Counselling

Organisation description:

Beacon is an award winning charity that has been dedicated to improving the mental health and emotional resilience of our community for 40 years. At Beacon we know that good mental health can be life changing. Whether you are a teacher in a primary school, a parent, a young person, an employer, or an individual dealing with distressing feelings, Beacon is here to help you on your journey towards positive mental health. We’ve been part of the Stockport community for 40 years, delivering a whole range of mental health and wellbeing services in schools, community hubs, online, and from our base in the heart of Stockport. We know you, and your community. And you, or someone you know, probably knows Beacon.

Organisation type:

Registered Charity

Company location:

50-52 Middle Hillgate Stockport , SK1 3DL

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