Wellbeing Therapeutic Activity Group Volunteer

Wellbeing volunteers are at the forefront of this essential patient service. They provide vital support to the ellenor staff, and facilitate a welcoming and comfortable environment; helping patients to relax, socialise and enjoy their day. A team of two to four volunteers work together on each shift.

The Role

• Greet patients as they arrive and help them to get settled – make them feel welcome by engaging in conversation
• Help to welcome and integrate new patients by ‘showing them the ropes’
• Refreshment provision to patients throughout the day as required – hot and cold drinks
• Keep the kitchen area clean and tidy throughout the day, including use of the dishwasher (training provided)
• Encourage patient involvement in Therapeutic Activity Groups, social, and recreational activities, and assist the person in participating in these
• Work with patients in a 1 to 1 setting as directed by the Therapy Team
• Conversations with patients and carers
• Share information with ellenor staff relating to patients wellbeing

• Be available for a pre-shift briefing from the Therapy staff – discuss any special needs of patients and the day’s proposed programme
• Act as a ‘buddy’ for new volunteers, familiarising them with the daily routine and local procedures

For more information regarding this role please contact andrew.lowden@ellenor.org alternatively please complete a volunteer application form.