Support Group Meeting Facilitator Volunteer

PeerTalk Support Groups are for individuals who experience depression, anxiety or similar distress. 

The Support Group meetings are facilitated by two Volunteer Facilitators who receive initial and ongoing training from PeerTalk.  

All volunteers adhere to PeerTalk’s ethos, policies and procedures.

The Facilitators work on a rota basis (usually at the same venue, same day/time of the week) usually for three consecutive weeks per quarter and are supported by, and report to the Support Group Coordinator.

• To arrive 20 minutes prior to the Support Group meeting time.
• To prepare the room for the meeting
• To engage in pre brief with co facilitator.
• To meet and greet new and regular attendees.
• To check that new people are at the right meeting and to introduce them to the rest of the group.
• To begin and close the meeting punctually.
• To facilitate the meeting according to the training given.
• To debrief with the other Facilitator after closing the meeting.
• To complete attendance statistics on a weekly basis.
• To keep a record and receipts of expenses incurred in your role as a Support Group Facilitator and to send your completed expenses form to the PeerTalk office.
• To ensure the meeting room is left as you found it.

What skills do I need?

• Being a good listener.
• Being able to show compassion and empathy.
• Being non judgemental.
• Having common sense.
• Having a strong sense of commitment.
• Being able to present  balanced viewpoints.
• Having a willingness to learn.
• Having a sense of humour.
• Being able to keep a confidence.
• Having good communication skills.
• Being respectful of others.
• Having enthusiasm for this area of mental health and for the work of PeerTalk.
• Being a good team player.
• Being a person of integrity.

When do I need to be available?

Details

Thursday 11.00am - 12.30pm over a 12 week period

Where does this role take place?