Co-Facilitator (Monday Morning Mind Community Cafe)

Mondays 9:45AM until 12:30PM (except Bank Holidays and Christmas Holidays)

Role Description –

We are looking for a volunteer co–facilitator with lived experience/and/or experience within the mental health sector to support the Monday Morning Community Café drop–in, in Taunton.

This will involve supporting with opening/closing premises, setting up tables and chairs, supporting with refreshments along with engaging with service users and joining in conversation.

The purpose of the drop–in is to provide a safe, welcoming space in the community for those of us with mental health challenges to reconnect with the community again.

It is also a chance to find out about each other.

Skills and experience required:

Experience: It is vital the co–facilitator has lived experience and/or experience within the mental health sector.

It is important the co–facilitator feels able to manage their mental health well.

Outlook: The co–facilitator will be required to have a level of kindness, calmness, and belief in the ability to move along on a recovery journey.

Skills: Enjoys meeting new people.

This is a weekly session which is for Service Users, from 10am to 12pm, except Bank Holidays and Christmas Holidays. Monday Morning Community Café drop–in runs with the support of volunteers and staff from Mind in Somerset/Open Mental Health. As part of the induction, we will offer introductions to our small and dedicated Monday Morning Community Café team and to our regular attendees (service users).

Training and Support: 

• Full induction and training provided. 
• Ongoing support and supervision 
• Opportunities for further training and development. 

Benefits of Volunteering: 

• Make a meaningful difference in someone’s life. 
• Gain experience in mental health support. 
• Be part of a supportive and compassionate team. 
• Enhance your communication and interpersonal skills. 

Additional Information: 

• Volunteers may be required to undergo a DBS check. 
• Travel expenses