Community Link Volunteer

For Alzheimer's Society

Community Link Volunteers play a crucial role in building community links and raising awareness of the services that are available.

Working with the West Sussex team, you will be:

Creating and strengthening relationships with communities and individuals.
Taking part in events and talking to groups to raise awareness of dementia and the support services available.
Helping to identify people affected by dementia who can share their dementia story with their wider community and Alzheimer's Society.
Signposting people to access services that are provided by Alzheimer's Society locally and nationally.

Skills

This role will suit you if you:

Have a confident and friendly approach and are committed to including people from all backgrounds treating them with dignity and as individuals.
Have a good knowledge and understanding of your local community.
Have excellent communication skills and be able to talk to a variety of audiences (the ability to communicate in languages other than English or BSL is not essential but may be helpful).

About Alzheimer's Society

At Alzheimer’s Society we understand all aspects of dementia.

We are the only dementia charity that offers dedicated support to those who need us now, campaigns for change and funds ground breaking research for a better tomorrow.

Our Volunteers provide help and hope to people affected by dementia. Help us to help support your local community. Be part of a team who are wanting to make a difference to the lives of those affected by dementia. Ensuring they are aware of the support and advice services we offer and how their community can support them.

Interests

Black and Minority Ethnic Communities
Health and Social Care
Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender
Older People

Activities

Local Events
Supporting Charities

Details

No - DBS check required
Yes - Equality and Diversity Policy
Yes - Expenses reimbursed
Yes - Health and Safety Policy
Yes - Is it fully accessible
Depending on venue
Yes - Ongoing support
Yes - Suitable for physical or sensory impairment
Depending on venue
No - Suitable for Under 18's
Yes - Training provided
Yes - Volunteer induction
Yes - Volunteer Policy
Yes - Volunteers covered by insurance
Yes - Written role description

Availability

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Morning	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Afternoon	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Evening	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	Yes	Yes	Yes

You will be asked to volunteer on an average of 2-4 hours a month to fit in with your availability, full training is given and there is on going support