Job summary
Movement and Mindfulness is a fortnightly class which consists of yoga, mindfulness and Sound Baths.
Sessions
are accessible, inclusive and non-judgemental safe spaces where attendees can
talk about their mental wellbeing struggles or experiences with our caring and
empathetic volunteers.
Volunteers main purpose is to support attendees in
feeling welcome within the group and to provide a safe space for attendees to
talk about their feelings and experiences with fellow humans.
Main duties of the job
Being an approachable, reassuring presence
throughout the session
Helping
to create a warm, friendly and non-judgemental group for all attendees.
Creating
opportunity and holding space for people to discuss what they are going through
and potentially be emotional
Supporting
group attendees by being a good listener without attempting to 'fix' or advise.
Being a positive
ambassador for Derbyshire Mind
About us
Derbyshire Mind is your local independent mental health charity. We provide a range of community mental health and wellbeing services designed to support people with mental health problems, improve mental health and wellbeing and to help promote better mental health and wellbeing for all throughout the population of Derby and Derbyshire.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Supporting the facilitator by checking in
with them at the beginning and end to assist in running the session as
necessary
Welcoming participants and helping them to feel
comfortable and included
Supporting the setting up the space before
sessions and tidying away afterwards
Recording attendance on the register
Providing a friendly listening ear to
participants, accompanying them to the adjoining break out room quiet space
if necessary
Encouraging and supporting participants to
complete simple feedback forms
Being an approachable, reassuring presence
throughout the session
Handling peoples information and feelings
with care, discussing any concerns confidentially with a member of staff
Job description
Job responsibilities
Supporting the facilitator by checking in
with them at the beginning and end to assist in running the session as
necessary
Welcoming participants and helping them to feel
comfortable and included
Supporting the setting up the space before
sessions and tidying away afterwards
Recording attendance on the register
Providing a friendly listening ear to
participants, accompanying them to the adjoining break out room quiet space
if necessary
Encouraging and supporting participants to
complete simple feedback forms
Being an approachable, reassuring presence
throughout the session
Handling peoples information and feelings
with care, discussing any concerns confidentially with a member of staff
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Possibly has a personal experience of a mild to moderate mental health condition
Qualifications
Essential
Skills, Qualities, and Experience
Essential
- This role is best suited for someone that:
- Is local and has access to reliable transport
- Is available on Wednesdays
- Is reliable and punctual
- Can build a rapport with a wide range of people
- Is open minded and able to see things from different perspectives including diverse values and beliefs
- Can listen to others in a supportive and non-judgmental way, and without feeling the need to fix or give advice
- Can communicate clearly to others with a friendly and supportive tone
- Can remain calm and professional in sometimes potentially challenging situations
- Can undertake/perform basic first aid
- Understands the importance of boundaries and confidentiality in a role like this
- Has an interest in helping to support the wellbeing of their local community by creating a friendly and welcoming group
- Possibly has a personal experience of a mild to moderate mental health condition
- Is over 18 years old
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Possibly has a personal experience of a mild to moderate mental health condition
Qualifications
Essential
Skills, Qualities, and Experience
Essential
- This role is best suited for someone that:
- Is local and has access to reliable transport
- Is available on Wednesdays
- Is reliable and punctual
- Can build a rapport with a wide range of people
- Is open minded and able to see things from different perspectives including diverse values and beliefs
- Can listen to others in a supportive and non-judgmental way, and without feeling the need to fix or give advice
- Can communicate clearly to others with a friendly and supportive tone
- Can remain calm and professional in sometimes potentially challenging situations
- Can undertake/perform basic first aid
- Understands the importance of boundaries and confidentiality in a role like this
- Has an interest in helping to support the wellbeing of their local community by creating a friendly and welcoming group
- Possibly has a personal experience of a mild to moderate mental health condition
- Is over 18 years old
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
