Shop Volunteer - MHA Starr Hills
Starr Hills care home, Lytham St Annes
| Date posted | 17 December 2024 |
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| Closing date | 31 July 2025 |
We are looking for someone to run our on-site care home shop, preferably on a Wednesday Morning. 10:30-12pm and any other time in the week or taking the trolley round to residents rooms on another day. There is no money involved we just put the residents name in a book.
By volunteering as an care home volunteer, you will not only help older people to have fun and stay active, but also enrich your own life with new experiences and friendships. You will also gain valuable skills and knowledge that can enhance your personal and professional development.
What are the activities that MHA offers for older people?
MHA offers a variety of events and activities for older people in its care homes, retirement living, and community groups. These include arts and crafts, music, games, exercise, gardening, and more.
What are the benefits of becoming a care home volunteer?
By becoming an care home volunteer, you can help older people to have fun and stay active. You can also enrich your own life with new experiences and friendships. You will also gain valuable skills and knowledge that can enhance your personal and professional development.
How much time do I need to commit as a care home volunteer?
We ask our volunteers to commit to 2 hours or more a session each week for at least six months.
What kind of support will I receive as a care home volunteer?
You will receive ongoing support and guidance from a local coordinator who will match you with an older person, monitor your progress, and provide feedback. You will also have access to online resources, training opportunities, and peer support from other volunteers.
About you
• Be over 18 years old
• Commitment to excellent customer service.
• Ability to record payments.
• Patience, empathy and understanding of the needs of older people.
• Organisational skills.
• You’ll be reliable and punctual.
• You’ll be flexible.
• You’ll have a clear sense of personal boundaries.
• You’ll have the ability to provide a supportive and non-judgemental service.
• You’ll be willing to join in with training and development.
• You’ll be able to maintain confidentiality.