At a Glance
- Tasks: Welcome individuals with warmth and support as they begin their recovery journey.
- Company: Join Change Grow Live, a community-focused organisation making a real difference.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, training, and references while making an impact.
- Other info: Training provided, and all volunteers are treated with respect and acceptance.
- Why this job: Be the friendly face that helps others feel safe and respected.
- Qualifications: No special qualifications needed, just kindness and a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 28000 £ per year.
Make a difference in your community. Start someone's recovery journey with a warm welcome. We are looking for a friendly, compassionate, and reliable Volunteer Meet & Greet Worker to join our substance misuse service. This role is vital in creating a safe and supportive first point of contact for individuals accessing our service, helping them feel welcomed, respected, and encouraged.
What We’re Looking For
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- A friendly, approachable, and empathetic manner
- Reliability and commitment to volunteering
- Respect for confidentiality and professional boundaries
- An interest in supporting people affected by substance misuse
What You’ll Gain
- Valuable experience within health and social care services
- Opportunities to develop communication and support skills
- Ongoing training and support from our team
- A chance to make a meaningful impact in people's recovery journeys
- Volunteer references and personal development opportunities
Join us and help create a welcoming space where positive change can begin.
Responsibilities
- Provide a warm and non-judgemental welcome to service users and visitors
- Support individuals as they arrive for appointments or drop-in sessions
- Help maintain a calm, safe, and inclusive reception/waiting area
- Signpost individuals to the appropriate staff or services
- Offer reassurance and a listening ear where appropriate
- Assist staff with light administrative or engagement tasks (if required)
Volunteers contribute to Change Grow Live in a variety of ways. From Admin Volunteers to Service User Reps, from Peer Mentors to Healthcare Support Volunteers, from Independent Visitors to Community Mentors each volunteer brings a unique set of skills and talents. We are incredibly grateful for all that volunteers do to support our service users. Most of our volunteer opportunities don't need any special qualifications. We'll make sure you get all the training and support you need. All we ask is that you're kind, open-minded and passionate about supporting people. Everyone is welcome at Change Grow Live. As a volunteer you will be treated with respect and accepted for who you are. You don't need to have personal experience of drug and alcohol recovery to get involved.
Training Dates
Attendance on training dates is an essential part for the volunteer role, please check training dates and your availability to attend all training sessions, all training is QLS accredited.
- Mandatory: Volunteer induction training P1 14th July 2026 and P2: 15th July am-4pm
- Mandatory: Boundaries/Confidentiality training 24th July am-4pm
- Required: Drug awareness training 24th July am-3pm
- Required: Harm reduction training 28th July am-3pm
- Required: Alcohol awareness training 29th July am-3pm
Closing Date
22/6/2026
Please note that we require you to be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this volunteering role. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Scheme check at a basic level.
Volunteer Meet and Greet Worker employer: Job Search Place Limited
At Change Grow Live, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the contributions of our volunteers. Our welcoming and inclusive work culture fosters personal growth and development, providing ongoing training and support to help you make a meaningful impact in the lives of those affected by substance misuse. Join us in creating a safe space for recovery, where your kindness and empathy can truly shine.
