Day Centre Volunteer (Weekdays - Thurs/Fri AM and daily PM)
DENS
Being a friendly and welcoming support for people that attend our Day Centre.
What you will be doing: • Providing our clients with a friendly face and a listening ear, asking about their day • Deferring to staff when clients need advice or support beyond your remit • Serving meals and hot drinks to clients • Keeping the kitchen and client area clean and tidy – washing up, wiping surfaces, sweeping and moping the floor. • Ad hoc admin tasks as and when required • Sorting and putting away deliveries from our foodbank • Sorting donations of clothing, toiletries and other items • Remaining vigilant, alerting staff to any concerning behaviour
Advice, Information & Support,Caring,Catering,General and Helping
Cleaning & Tidying, Managing People, Communication, Teamwork, Customer Service
Be over the age of 21 (for insurance purposes) Be willing to undertake a Basic DBS check Willing to follow DENS policies & procedures e.g. data protection, safeguarding, H&S Reliable and committed Be an ambassador for DENS in the community Able to maintain professional boundaries Able to work as part of a team and use your initiative Good communication and interpersonal skills
What you will gain: • A sense of purpose and pride in helping your community. • New friendships and a supportive environment. • Practical skills in teamwork, food handling, and supporting vulnerable adults.
A weekly commitment, minimum one AM or PM shift a week
HP1 1HT
1 Queensway, Hemel Hempstead HP1 1HT
Our centre is situated at the pedestrianised entrance to Gadebridge park
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