CHISVA Innovation Volunteer (Lincolnshire)

Last year 786,574 people were offered information and support from Victim Support. As a CHISVA Innovation Officer you will provide specialist support services for people affected by crime.

County/Borough
Lincolnshire
Office location
Victim Support, Autumn Park Business Centre, Autumn Park, Dysart Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 7EU
Expected Number of Hours
3 or more hours per week
DBS required?
Enhanced
Police vetting required?
No
Closing Date
16/05/2025
Refno
6111
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Why volunteer with us?

  • Make a difference - you will volunteer directly with victims and/or alongside staff.
  • Gain skills and experience - you will receive training on how to provide practical and emotional support.
  • Join our community - you will be part of a large community of over 1,500 volunteers and staff.
  • Beyond your role – attend one or our many events/webinars and join one of our six Equality, Diversity & Inclusion networks.

 Volunteering with Victim Support in Lincolnshire

As a Volunteer in Lincolnshire your role will include:

  • Developing a project related to feedback, service improvements and innovation
  • Work alongside management and wider VS colleagues where needed

What do we ask of you?

In order to join us as a Multi-Crime Service Volunteer, you must:

  • Attend Bishop Grosseteste University Lincoln
  • Be 18 years of age or over.
  • Be able to volunteer for at least 4 hours per week, for at least 15 weeks.
  • Undertake training over a 10-week period – this includes five virtual training days as well as completing a workbook and online learning modules.
  • Undertake an enhanced DBS check & be part of the DBS update service.
  • Be able to provide two satisfactory references.
  • Have an active email address that you are comfortable using in order to engage with VS communications.

Expenses

  • All Victim Support volunteers are entitled to out-of-pocket expenses incurred whilst volunteering, including travel and lunch.

 

Diversity Matters

  • VS strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.
  • VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
  • We are happy to make reasonable adjustments to support you through the application process.

 

Want to find out more?

  • If you have any questions or would like to find out more about this role, please contact nikita.murva@victimsupport.org.uk.

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