Circles of Support and Accountability Volunteer

with Humbercare

Humbercare Circles of Support and Accountability is a community response to sexual offending, working in partnership with criminal justice agencies.

We aim to reduce the risk of future sexual offending by supporting and holding to account those who have committed sexual offences in the past (known as 'core members') and who are committed to not re-offending again, to safely lead responsible, productive lives.

Social isolation and emotional loneliness are key factors. Our carefully selected and trained volunteers provide core members with responsible opportunities for safe and constructive reintegration, acting as a support and safety mechanism for both the offender and the community.

Skills or experience required?:

At Circles of Support and Accountability we don't particularly need our volunteers to have experience or skills within this field of work. However we do look for:

• Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills including written communication
• Ability to be empathetic
• Ability to work as an individual, as part of a team and with agencies
• Confidence
• Ability to be observant and alert to manipulation
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of GDPR and Confidentiality
• Excellent knowledge and understanding in Safeguarding and Risk Management
• Ability to listen distressing information
• Problem solving abilities
• The ability to work with people on probation for sexual offences
• Non-judgemental approach and attitude
• Work in agreed guidelines and follow all policies and procedures
• Ability to challenge

You will require?: Criminal Record Check (DBS)

This opportunity is suitable for: Wheelchair users

Frequency of opportunity: Ongoing

Can this opportunity be home based?: No

What are the areas of interest?: Health & wellbeing, Information & advice, Other general & helping, Supporting group

Type(s) of cause supported: Local community, Mental health, Victims, crime & safety, Other

Where is the opportunity located?: Across North Yorkshire, Outside North Yorkshire

Includes out of pocket expenses?: Yes

How many hours per week is this opportunity?: 1-2 hours per week

You can volunteer for this opportunity at the following times:

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Morning
Afternoon
Evening