Job Details
Nightstop prevents homelessness through community hosting. It helps people aged between 16-25 who are in immediate housing crisis by providing safe accommodation in the homes of trained and vetted volunteers called hosts.
The typical Nightstop model involves guests being hosted on a night by night basis.
* To provide guests with a clean, safe and private room.
* To provide guests with an evening meal, breakfast and packed lunch.
* To provide guests with a shower or bath and the opportunity to wash their clothes.
* To liaise with Nightstop staff regarding availability and to provide regular feedback after each placement.
* To observe clear professional boundaries with Nightstop guests.
**Skills**
* A desire to work with disadvantaged people.
* A basic understanding of the issues homeless people face.
* An ability to relate to people on a one to one, non judgmental basis.
* A spare room available for a Nightstop guest to use at short notice.
* A willingness to participate in training and supervision
* General Helping
* Practical Skills
* Supporting People and Befriending
* Accessibility
* Data Protection policy
* DBS check required
* Equal opportunities policy
* Expenses reimbursed
* Health and Safety Policy
* Ongoing support
* Training provided
* Volunteer induction
* Volunteer policy
* Volunteers covered by insurance
* Written role description
**Location**
This opportunity is available in: **Chelmsford**