Befriending Facilitator

Our client is a registered charity dedicated to providing adults and young people at risk with independent advocacy support. The organisation ensures that every individual’s voice is heard and that their rights, concerns, and needs are fully addressed. They operate across Birmingham and Walsall and are committed to reducing isolation, promoting independence, and creating positive outcomes for marginalised and vulnerable people.

Young Persons Advocate – £15,420.60

Part Time - 22.5 hours

Birmingham

Home & Hybrid Options

Our client is recruiting a Befriending Facilitator to join a key project aimed at tackling isolation for older adults living in care home settings. The role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver befriending visits to older adults in the community and care homes

Match new volunteers with befriending partners

Organize and facilitate 1:1 and group activities for older adults

Build and maintain relationships with older adults, volunteers, and community partners

Support the ongoing development and promotion of the befriending program

Requirements:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work independently and use initiative

Strong relationship-building skills

Willingness to divide time between office and community visits

DBS check and references required

Benefits:

Flexible home, office, and hybrid working options

Bupa Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people

Supportive and collaborative team environment

To be conciderd for this role click Apply now, the position will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check and references.

You must be authrised to work in the UK – No agencies please