Homebased Volunteer Helpline Call Taker

Homebased Volunteer Helpline Call Taker

Organisation role · 3–4 hrs/Week · Starting from 8 Jan 2024
From home
Advice & MentoringSupport workEnglish
Community & familyWellbeing
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Applications closing in 7 months.
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Family Lives
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Contact person

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Summary

Our helpline volunteers offer support to families, carers and others on issues such as poverty, behavioural issues, problems with schools, relationship issues,

Detailed description

Family Lives is a national charity with over 50 years experience in supporting families to cope with the ups and downs of family life. Raising children and family live can be the greatest joy in the world, but we know it’s not the easiest of jobs. Our volunteers have a range of backgrounds and experiences. You don’t need counselling qualifications; If you are a good listener, interested in developing your skills or gaining experience in family support, we’d love to hear from you. Once trained, volunteers sign up for a regular weekly shift You can choose a weekday Monday - Friday or an early evening shift Monday- Thursday.

What we will provide to volunteers

💸 Reimbursement of costs
Applications closing in 7 months.
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About Family Lives

Family Lives is a National Charity we operate a free confidential helpline for anyone experiencing difficulties in their family or relationship. Our volunteers take calls from parents and carers on a wide range of subjects, whether that might be issues around separation and divorce, isolation, depression, bullying and abuse, dealing with behavioural problems, etc. Our volunteers are a lifeline to many families going through a difficult time wide range of subjects. Become a Helpline Volunteer and enjoy the experience of helping others as well as improving your own wellbeing. If you are good at listening and can spare a few hours a week, we want to hear from you. Full training is provided, you can train and volunteer from home if you have a PC/Laptop and good internet connection and a private place to volunteer and headphones.
You can find out more about our services on our website www.familylives.org.uk
Parenting and Family Support - Family Lives (Parentline Plus)
Parenting and family support from Family Lives (formerly Parentline Plus) through our website, helpline 0808 800 2222, email service at [email protected] and local services.