Adviser
Organisation role · 4–6 hrs/Week
Flexible location
Poverty reductionSocial justiceCommunity & family
Citizens Advice Somerset
#83218
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Contact person
Rhoda CookeAsk Rhoda a question
Summary
We help people resolve their problems and find a way forward, but we can’t do it without our volunteer advisersDetailed description
Can You:
- Listen with an open mind,
- Put people at their ease and explain things clearly,
- Research and interpret advice options,
- Type, use computers and online applications reasonably confidently,
- Able to commit to a 12 week training programme - with ongoing development,
- Volunteer for 4 to 8 hours a week, once trained, at flexible times that suit you.
If you can say ‘yes’ to all the above and enjoy learning new skills, then you have everything you need to be a fantastic volunteer. Our volunteers tell us that the longer they volunteer with us the more rewarding they find their role.
Find out more, join us at a virtual information session, or apply on our website.
What we will provide to volunteers
💸 Reimbursement of costsAbout Citizens Advice Somerset
We are an independent charity that provides free, confidential and impartial advice for people who live and work in Somerset. Providing quality advice on a wide range of topics such as: money/debt, housing, benefits, employment, consumer and relationship problems.
Our goal is to help everyone find a way forward, whatever problem they face. We value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination.
Volunteers are the life-force of our organisation and without them we would not be able to deliver the level of service we offer.
Becoming a volunteer may seem a little daunting, but don't worry, you will be joining a supportive and friendly team. Whatever your experience, skills or interests, we probably have a role for you. We provide full training and support you in whatever role you choose to do.
Find out more or join us at a volunteer information session – for full details visit: https://citizensadvicesomerset.org.uk/volunteer/
We are part of the Citizens Advice network across England and Wales. We also work in partnership with other agencies and groups.
Our goal is to help everyone find a way forward, whatever problem they face. We value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination.
Volunteers are the life-force of our organisation and without them we would not be able to deliver the level of service we offer.
Becoming a volunteer may seem a little daunting, but don't worry, you will be joining a supportive and friendly team. Whatever your experience, skills or interests, we probably have a role for you. We provide full training and support you in whatever role you choose to do.
Find out more or join us at a volunteer information session – for full details visit: https://citizensadvicesomerset.org.uk/volunteer/
We are part of the Citizens Advice network across England and Wales. We also work in partnership with other agencies and groups.