We’re a leading mental health charity that’s been putting mental health first for people in Bristol and the South West for over 30 years. We believe that with the right support, everyone can take ...
Crisis Service Volunteer- Bridgwater
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Volunteering • Organisation role
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Emma Jeremie
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The role will be to provide one to one face support to clients accessing Somerset Crisis Safe Space, alongside paid workers
We are currently recruiting for volunteers who could commit 2-3 hours a week (between 17:30-22:30) within the Crisis Safe Space team in Bridgwater, Wells and/or Frome.
Crisis Safe Space was co-designed by local people with experience of mental health crisis who wanted more support available in the community rather than at hospital. The service has been designed for people experiencing acute emotional distress who need immediate and short-term crisis prevention rather than intensive support from either an emergency or inpatient service.
As part of the wider team, you will start to build a trusting relationship with individuals while they are accessing Crisis Safe Space, and your role will be to provide one off telephone support (with potential for face-to-face work) to clients amongst other activities tailored to your interests.
You will be providing emotional support and exploring activities that help promote wellbeing, self-confidence, and independence.
You will be supporting people who are experiencing isolation as well as mental health issues and other support needs.
You will be working alongside a Senior and mental health crisis workers in the team, meaning you will have access to constant support and guidance. Regular supervision, reflective practice and training will be provided.
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About Second Step
We’re a leading mental health charity that’s been putting mental health first for people in Bristol and the South West for over 30 years. We believe that with the right support, everyone can take control of their life and make their future their own. Our services can be found in Bath and North East Somerset, Bristol, North Somerset, South Gloucestershire and Somerset.
Our mission is to promote mental health and wellbeing by supporting people and communities to build brighter futures. Working hand-in-hand with the NHS and local authorities, we offer practical help and emotional support tailored to each individual and their recovery.
The people who use our services are at the heart of our organisation, and our involvement groups help inform and improve the services we deliver.
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