Housing Activity Volunteer

Here at One YMCA we wouldn’t be able to do the work that we do without the amazing volunteer staff that help run the day-to-day operations of the hostels and supported living facilities. These vital roles are open to all YMCA residents, and we are currently looking for volunteers to help out with our accommodation. What do we do? We run hostels across the Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire areas with over 400 rooms. In addition to this, we run programmes for those needing supported housing including asylum seekers. Helping to run an activity that enables our Residents to flourish in body, mind and spirit. Responsibilities would include: • Helping to plan and advertise the group in conjunction with the Activity Leader • Proactively engaging with Residents and staff to encourage participation in the activity • Helping the Activity Leader to organise and run the activity • Be a non-judgemental, approachable presence to enable the most vulnerable Residents to take part • Maintaining records of participation • Signposting residents to other groups & support available • Attend regular volunteer team meetings We can discuss together the nature of the activity, taking into account your skills & passion as well as the current needs within the scheme. Training/Support: • A full induction to the service and specific site will be provided • A menu of optional training will be made available • Online training: Safeguarding (adults & young people), Fire Awareness, Manual Handling • Ongoing support and regular 1:1 meetings with your line-manager • Team meetings and social events • Mileage and expenses may be payable • You will undergo a DBS check as the role involves adults at risk (we will apply for and fund this) • Two references may be undertaken prior to start We also have opportunities to support residents in other way and can be flexible with roles!