Association Visitor

Do you enjoy listening to and helping people? Are you looking for a volunteering role where you can do just that and fits in around your family, studies or other commitments? By becoming an Association Visitor and donating your time, energy and skills, you can make a real difference to the lives of people affected by MND

Our Association Visitors provide essential support to people living with MND and their families, including:

- Offering emotional support and provide information to people affected by MND - Helping people affected by MND make informed choices and access appropriate services / support - Explaining to people affected by MND how the MND Association can support them - Recording information following the MND Association guidelines and local protocols - Developing and maintain relationships with our local branch or group - Attending support and supervision meetings as well as development events

You will be inducted into the role and informed about the Association. As part of this, you will receive e-learning, face-to-face training and mentoring. The training programme will also include experiential and reflective learning.

What skills do I need?

- Good listening and communication - Able to develop and maintain supportive relationships with people affected by MND - Non-judgmental and respectful of diverse lifestyles - Prepared to increase understanding of MND and its impact on families - Understand the need for confidentiality and the importance of data protection - Able to assess when extra support is needed

We encourage and welcome applications from all backgrounds and all communities