Ward Helper Volunteers (supporting patients on bedded units)

For Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

We are looking for volunteers for our Intermediate Care Unit, at Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital, where our patients are offered short-term recovery and rehabilitation.

Our Trust's aim is to keep patients out of hospital where we can and support patients to leave hospital.

If you are a people's person with good communication skills and a caring nature we look forward to receiving your application.

Skills

Interest in supporting older people
Self-motivated; with an ability to think on your feet and work independently
Punctual and dependable
Professional and friendly demeanour
Excellent communication skills
Demonstrates empathy and compassion
To maintain boundaries and confidentiality at all times
To keep good timekeeping and show regular commitment
To comply with Trust policy

About Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

We are the specialist provider of community health and care services to the people of West Sussex and Brighton & Hove.
Every day our expert teams provide medical, nursing and therapeutic care to more than 8,000 people.

Interests

Disability
Health and Social Care
Older People

Activities

Creativity
General Helping
Supporting People and Befriending

Details

Yes - DBS check required
There is no charge to the volunteer
Yes - Equality and Diversity Policy
Yes - Expenses reimbursed
We reimburse all travel expenses either mileage or train and any parking incurred when attending your role
Yes - Health and Safety Policy
Yes - Is it fully accessible
Easy access from on site parking into hospital
Yes - Ongoing support
We offer regular supervision and peer support
Yes - Suitable for physical or sensory impairment
We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed to make volunteering work for you
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	No	No	No	No	No	No	No

We ask for a minimum of 2 hours a week and a commitment for at least 6 months. We have sessions available across mornings or afternoons. You can take on more than one opportunity or more than one session.