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Telephone Befriender

Berkshire Vision

Berkshire Vision offers a telephone befriending scheme for our visually impaired members. As a telephone befriender you would be matched with one of our visually impaired members for a weekly call. The aim of your call is to provide a friendly chat to reduce the isolation that they may be experiencing. You will ask the Member about their week, and prompt conversation topics when necessary. Most calls last around 30 minutes. After the call, you fill out a short online form to let us know that you spoke to the Member and to let us know if anything needs to be followed up by Berkshire Vision staff.

Who would be supporting me? 

The Head of Volunteering and the Volunteer Officer will be supporting you. You will receive a handbook and online training.

About Berkshire Vision

Berkshire Vision provide practical and friendly support, sport and activities to visually impaired children and adults, and their families locally and across Berkshire. Helping them to develop confidence and live independent lives safely. We are always keen to welcome new volunteers to join our wonderful team.

What skills do I need?

We are looking for people who are good listeners and genuinely interested in other people's stories. A cheerful disposition is a plus. You will need to be diligent, as we rely on our volunteers to make the phone call every week.

When is this role available?

This is a flexible role available on various days/times.

Details

Time commitment is 30 - 60 minutes a week at a time that suits you.

Where does this role take place?

Working from home

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  • Ideal for people interested in
  • Disability
  • Ideal for people who like
  • Befriending or Buddying
  • Supporting Others
  • Details
  • Accessibility
  • DBS check required
  • Equal opportunities policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Ongoing support
  • Safeguarding policy
  • Suitable for under 18s
  • Training provided
    Induction training and volunteer handbook
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description
  • Application Process
  • Application Form
  • Informal Discussion
  • References

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