Nightstop Volunteer Host
Nightstop North East offers people who are homeless and disadvantaged the opportunity to fulfil their potential and move towards an independent and positive future. We do this by managing a range of accommodation services for young people who are homeless across the UK whilst also providing resettlement, pre-employment and progression activities as well as other support services for those we work with.
Service description
Nightstop prevents homelessness through community hosting. It helps people who are in immediate housing crisis by providing safe accommodation in the homes of vetted and trained volunteers called ‘hosts’. The accommodation is provided one night at a time initially, but is reviewed on a night by night basis. Whilst the guest is staying with the host longer term appropriate accommodation is sought.
Main Tasks
• To provide clean, safe, overnight accommodation to the guest.
• To provide an evening meal, breakfast and a packed lunch for the guest using the accommodation.
• To liaise with the Nightstop service team regarding their availability and to provide regular feedback after every placement.
• To attend initial training programme prior to undertaking role and attend periodic training during the course of the role.
• To attend training and support sessions where appropriate.
• To adhere to the terms of Nightstop North East policies currently in force and its Code of Practice.
• To contribute positively to the continuous development of the service/team.
• To observe clear professional boundaries in our relations with the guests we work with.
Benefits to the Volunteer:
• The volunteer host will be offered £15 per night when a guest stays with them, for out-of-pocket expenses.
• While volunteering with Nightstop, volunteers have full liability insurance cover.
• There are appreciation events to recognise the important contribution that volunteers make.
• Personal & professional development through training, support and ongoing evaluation.
• Contribute to a service that really does make a difference to the lives of young people.
About Depaul UK North Tyneside
Depaul UK offers homeless and disadvantaged people the opportunity to fulfil their potential and move towards an independent and positive future. Depaul UK manages a range of accommodation for homeless young people in the UK, as well as providing resettlement, pre-employment training and other support services for homeless and socially disadvantaged young people.
What skills do I need?
Necessary skills, attitudes and knowledge:
• A basic understanding of the issues homeless people face.
• An ability to relate to people on a one to one, non-judgmental basis.
• A desire to work with disadvantaged people.
• A spare room available for use by a person referred by the service at short notice.
• A willingness to participate in training and be involved in consultation regarding the role.
Posted for
Depaul UK North Tyneside
Interests
- Homeless and Housing
- Young People
Activities
- Supporting People and Befriending
Details
- Accessibility
Home-based - DBS check required
- Expenses reimbursed
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Afternoon | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
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