Onside Advocacy (Bromsgrove and Redditch)
Description of the role
You will be part of the Children’s Advocacy Services that Onside provides, an IV befriender and you will socialise with children & young people in the care system up to the age of 25.
We are looking for:
- Someone to provide support and empowerment to help the young person plan for their future.
- They should have good communication skills and the ability to build trust and a friendly relationship with the young person.
- Someone who is free outside of school/college hours once a month for a minimum of 2 hours who can take the young person to do fun activities.
- Your interests will be matched with theirs.
- We ask for a commitment of no less than 2 years to provide a stability and continuity in that relationship.
- You will update the service manager each month on your activities but no case notes are required.
Practical Considerations
This service is across Worcestershire and we aim to match someone within 20 miles of your location. You will be given mileage and expenses (including for the fun activities) when you are in this role. It will need to be carried out outside of school/college hours.
Any specific requirements
- Applicants must be 21 or over.
- Any other additional requirements will be discussed with you and the organisation.
Where is the opportunity based?
The service operates across Worcestershire but you can opt to only support those in your local area.
When is the opportunity available?
You can arrange to meet the young person once a month at your convenience. The minimum time should be 2 hours per visit. Full training and support are given.
About the organisation
ONSIDE is a charity working across Worcestershire and Herefordshire, established in 1993 stemming from a belief that everyone has the right to be a valued human being and to be treated in a just and fair way.
In support of this belief we provide a range of support and services to ensure fairness and equality for adults who may be vulnerable, disadvantaged or discriminated against. This includes mental and physical ill health, sensory impairment, learning disability, drug and alcohol misuse, older people, and carers. ONSIDE is funded through a range of sources to maintain its independence and ensure that the support it provides reflects the views and perspective of the people it wishes to help.
We make a difference to the lives of over 11,000 people a year through our dedicated team of experienced staff and volunteers recruited, trained and supported to work as advocates, mentors, befrienders and appropriate adults.
Bromsgrove and Redditch Network 