Activity Facilitator for Older People - Various Locations

Chichester - 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month, 12:00 - 3:15pm at the Bassil Shipman Centre

Rustington - 3rd Tuesday of the month, 2:00 - 5:00pm at the Samuel Wickens Centre

Lancing - 2nd Tuesday of the month, 10:30 - 1:30pm at Chesham House

• Assisting and working alongside paid staff to research, prepare and deliver sessions (e.g. quizzes/brain games, tabletop games/bingo, visiting speakers, mindfulness/relaxation). Opportunities to take lead on delivery
• Setting up and clearing away including tables, chairs and equipment
• Meeting and greeting service users and supporting their engagement with the activity
• Preparing and serving refreshments
• Other reasonable tasks as needed to ensure the smooth running of activities
• Occasional one-off seasonal events

• Good communication and people skills
• Non-judgemental, patient, caring and empathetic
• Some experience working with older people or people with mental health needs is desirable (does not need to be in a formal/professional setting)
• Appreciation and understanding of the needs and interests of older people
• Understanding of the need for confidentiality and professional boundaries
• An enthusiastic and positive outlook that is encouraging but not pushy
• To adhere to all applicable West Sussex Mind policies and procedures when in your volunteering role with us
• Ideally a commitment of 6 months or more to the role

• During the recruitment process you will be given access to our e-learning platform, Cornerstone, and you will be assigned several mandatory courses on various topics including health and safety, mental health and safeguarding
• You will be invited to a live induction session for new volunteers where you gain a deeper understanding of the organisation, and have the opportunity to apply your e-learning to various scenarios
• You will meet new people, have the opportunity to learn new skills and take part in regular in-house training
• We will reimburse pre-agreed expenses in line with WSX Mind’s expenses policy
• We will check-in regularly to ensure you are enjoying your volunteering role through 1-2-1s, volunteer meetings, social and learning networking days

• Applicants will be interviewed by the Service Manager(s)
• If successful, 2 references will be requested, and applicants will be required to complete mandatory e-learning provided to them
• Because the role involves working closely with vulnerable people, we will need to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Support will be available for any technical, language or literary support required

For more information, please email volunteering@westsussexmind.org or cim@westsussexmind.org