The Volunteer will promote inclusivity within this community.

You will be interested in supporting and promoting issues that affect the LGBTQIA+ community.

You are a good communicator who enjoys being with people.

You will challenge stigma and promote Birmingham Minds Vision and Values.

This opportunity will be a good opportunity for someone to improve their skills.

The volunteer’s role will be varied and eclectic.

The role will include, but not limited to:

• Offering regular support at social events.
• Networking and helping to create and deliver wellbeing sessions.
• Encouraging participation to help the LGBTQIA+ community achieve their potential.

A candidate will be:

• 18 years old plus.
• A team player who is reliable and punctual.
• A people person who will support the Community Development Worker to network and make links with other agencies.

A person who is passionate about equality and diversity and understand the LGBTQIA+ community.

Birmingham Mind Volunteer Induction including:

• Health and Safety
• Equality Diversity and Inclusion
• Data Protection
• Safeguarding
• Confidentiality
• Birmingham Mind Introduction
• On the role training from staff

Access to Mind training (online and face to face)

Your line manager will be the CDW LGBTQIA+ strand lead.

They will offer you regular ongoing support and supervision. You will be invited to volunteer events and meetings.

Travel (bus) fares reimbursed

Car mileage reimbursed

Lunch/ Meal expenses reimbursed if volunteer over 4 hours (up to £4 max)

Application Form.

Informal interview.

2 references.

DBS check (provided and paid for by Birmingham Mind).

Trial Period

Closing Date: Applications will close on Friday 25th November.