Four Seasons Cafe, Lynfield Mount Hospital, Bradford BD9 6DP
NHS Volunteering opportunities are available across the Bradford, Airedale and Craven District. We have a wide range of services, many of which take volunteers.
About the Organisation
Bradford District Care Trust welcome people from all backgrounds and is keen to reflect the population we serve. We are currently underrepresented in terms of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic groups, and so applications from these groups are encouraged to apply.
Selection Meetings will take place for this role on either Thursday 24th October or Friday 25th October 2024, so please ensure you are available on both days before submitting your application.
For an insight into life as a BDCFT Volunteer, please watch this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tyJRpekHryY
As a Volunteer you will assist in the preparation and delivery of various hot and cold food and drinks, and assist in the day to day running of the Cafe.
You will be able to deal with customers in a polite and friendly manner, with good communication skills.
If you have lived experience of mental health, or have previously worked in mental health then we would love to hear from you. We would also welcome applications from anyone with a willingness to learn.
What are we looking for?
What will you get from us?
Desirable - Experience of working in Mental Health or lived experience and the challenges faced - or a willingness to learn.
Desirable - Able to encourage and motivate service users to partake in activities
Flexible and adaptable
Punctual and reliable
Well presented, with a friendly and approachable manner
Relate to people in a polite, friendly and courteous manner
Good communication skills
Able to follow instructions Ability to be calm in the face of difficult situations
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to respect confidentiality
Ability to manage own time effectively
Willingness to be flexible and to follow the guidance of a Supervisor
Willingness to help and support staff and service users
Ability to act on own initiative within the role description
Able to demonstrate empathy and compassion
Adaptable and willing to learn
Excellent volunteer supervision and support
Out of pocket expenses paid
NHS ID provided
All training provided by BDCFT
Knowing you are making a vital difference to the work of the team
Develop new and existing groupwork skills, gain confidence and meet new people
When do we need you?
Additional Requirements
Minimum of one half day shift per week.
Start date of advert 7 October 2024
Roles on our website close on 27 October 2024
Minimum age 18
Adjustments can be discussed with applicants
Interested in this volunteering opportunity?
You can apply directly by visiting www.bdct.nhs.uk/get-involved/volunteering
Email: volunteer@bdct.nhs.uk
Tel: 07387 546256
