What does the role involve?

• Supporting individuals through face-to-face sessions
• Participating in all training required and organised by Bipolar UK
• Ensuring all records are produced on time and in good descriptive quality
• Liaising with Bipolar UK to ensure any cancellations or changes to appointment sessions are communicated as soon as possible
• Compliance with Bipolar UK policies and procedures, including guidelines on safeguarding and confidentiality
• Communicating regularly with the Bipolar UK Group Development team and participating in regular one-to-one supervision
• Administrative tasks associated with the resource centre.

Benefits of volunteering:

• Using your skills & experience to help others affected by bipolar
• Being part of a team
• Developing your confidence
• Developing transferable skills for employment or training
• Increasing your knowledge of living with and managing bipolar
• Developing organisational and facilitation skills

We are looking for volunteers who have:

• Personal experience of bipolar (e.g. a diagnosis of bipolar or a family member or friend).
• Empathy and understanding of the needs of others.
• Good active listening, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Awareness of their own wellbeing, and are able to seek support when needed.
• The ability to volunteer within a team.
• Commitment to the principles and values of Bipolar UK

Next steps:

1. Find out more and download the role description.
2. Download and complete our application form for volunteering.
3. Send your completed application form to [email protected]

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