Self-Harm Volunteer - National Self Harm
Posted 11 hours 48 minutes ago by NHS Scotland
Permanent
Not Specified
Charity & Voluntary Jobs
Midlothian, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH120
Job Description
Location 
National - Across Scotland (Home Based)
Role OverviewVolunteer within our Self Harm Network to support staff running an online web chat that operates 6 pm 10 pm, 7 days a week. This remote, voluntary position is based across Scotland.
Key Responsibilities- Assist in operating the online web chat, providing a reassuring presence to people who self harm.
- Ensure smooth functioning of the chat platform.
- Collaborate with staff and other volunteers to promote positive mental health and well being.
- No previous experience required; a positive attitude and a desire to support people struggling with self harm are essential.
- Volunteers with lived experience of self harm and recovery are especially encouraged.
We welcome applications from black and minority ethnic groups, LGBT+ individuals, people with disabilities, and any other historically marginalised communities.