Airedale Centre for Mental Health, Steeton, Keighley BD20 6TD
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 Music Session Volunteer you will help support nursing staff in engaging with service users by using Music Sessions to aid recovery and enhance their rehabilitation experience and well-being.
You will help develop service users’ knowledge, skills and understanding of music and musical instruments.
This role will come into regular contact with service users and will be based at Airedale Centre for Mental Health.
What are we looking for?
What will you get from us?
The skills you need:
Proficient in playing a musical instrument
Desirable - Experience of teaching or playing music
Desirable - Experience of mental health (work or lived exp) and/or dementia
Desirable - Experience working in an NHS setting or similar large organization
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
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
