Multi Crime Service Volunteer (Bradford and Calderdale)

Why volunteer with us?

• Make a difference - you will volunteer directly with victims and/or alongside staff.
• Gain skills and experience - you will receive training on how to provide practical and emotional support.
• Join our community - you will be part of a large community of over 1,500 volunteers and staff.
• Beyond your role – attend one or our many events/webinars and join one of our six Equality, Diversity & Inclusion networks.

Volunteering with Victim Support in Bradford and Calderdale

As a Volunteer in Bradford and Calderdaleyour role will include:

• Working with the Multi Crime team which supports people affected by all crime types including; Burglary, Robbery, Theft, Assault, Fraud, Arson, Harassment, Criminal Damage, Anti-Social Behaviour, Hate Crime.
• Option to specialise in supporting victims of specific crimes, such as Domestic Abuse, Rape and Sexual Assault, Homicide.
• Contacting victims of crime and helping them to overcome the emotional, psychological and practical effects of crime, via face to face or telephone support.
• Learning about Victims’ Rights, the different roles within the Criminal Justice system and alternative support networks in order to provide victims with signposting information and make onward referrals if necessary.
• Sending in reports to the line manager to keep records up to date.
• A comprehensive training induction and ongoing one to one support from your manager.
• Working as part of the Bradford and Calderdale team with opportunities to help represent Victim Support at exhibitions, conferences and other local events.

What do we ask of you?

In order to join us as a Service Delivery Volunteer, you must:

• Be 18 years of age or over.
• Be able to volunteer for at least 3 hours per week, for at least 12 months.
• Undertake training over a 10-week period – this includes five virtual training days as well as completing a workbook and online learning modules.
• Undertake a DBS check & be part of the DBS update service.
• Be able to provide two satisfactory references.
• Have an active email address that you are comfortable using in order to engage with VS communications.

Expenses

• All Victim Support volunteers are entitled to out-of-pocket expenses incurred whilst volunteering, including travel and lunch.

Diversity Matters

• VS strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.
• VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
• We are happy to make reasonable adjustments to support you through the application process.

Want to find out more?

• If you have any questions or would like to find out more about this role, please contact us on 01274532216 or email us at westyorkshire.bradfordandcalderdaleadmin@victimsupport.org.uk

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