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Title

Telephone Group Facilitator

Organisation

RNIB

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Website

http://www.rnib.org.uk/volunteering This link will open a new window.

What you will be doing

Are you a good listener? Are you able to manage group conversations and ensure people feel comfortable together and that groups run smoothly? We need you to facilitate our weekly telephone groups that offer blind and partially sighted people the opportunity to socialise with others. This is a telephone-based role that you can do from home. You will need access to a landline and/or mobile phone We ask you to commit to a minimum of 3 hours per week to facilitate 3 or more Talk and Support befriending groups per week which will be at the same day and time each week. Each group runs for an hour.

Activities

Advice, Information & Support,Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring

Skills & Attributes

Conservation, Care & Support

Skills Description

• Effective listening skills • Good verbal communication skills • Work with wide range of people

What is in it for you

Volunteer with RNIB and make a difference to the lives of blind and partially sighted people. We have lots of different opportunities for you to develop your skills and knowledge, gain valuable experience and connect with others.

Time Commitment

1 Hours per Week

Driving Licence & Vehicle Required

Travel Expenses

Available in multiple locations

Further location details may be provided below.

Contact Person

RNIB Volunteering Team

Role Address

Postcode (See Google maps below)

Directions

Number of volunteers required

How to find out more

https://www.rnib.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer/volunteering-opportunities/opportunity-12079-telephone-group-facilitator/

Application Process

Application Form

ID Check

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)

References

Informal Discussion (may include an interview)

Support you will receive

Wheelchair Access

Disability and Access Support

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Role Type

One off event

For Individuals

For Groups

Short Term

Virtual Volunteering

Suitable For

16+

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Other Roles for this organisation

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How Long Do I Have To Volunteer For?

You need to commit to a regular volunteering opportunity of around an hour a week. The table below shows the commitment required for each level of the DofE.

Bronze

Minimum time: 3 or 6 months

You must do one of your volunteering, Physical or Skills sections for 6 months, the others for 3.

Silver

Minimum time: 6 or 12 months

If you heven't achieved your Bronze Award, you must extend your volunteering or the longer of your Physical or Skills sections to 12 months.

Gold

Minimum time: 12 or 18 months

If you heven't achieved your Silver Award, you must extend your volunteering or the longer of your Physical or Skills sections to 18 months.

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