Harm Reduction Support Volunteer

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Overview

Volunteers make an enormous contribution to our work at Change Grow Live.

Last year over 1400 volunteers donated over a quarter of million hours of their time to our organisation.

Would you like to join our growing team of volunteers, and make a real difference?

Responsibilities

Are you passionate about making a real difference in your community? Do you want to help create a safer, more supportive environment for people affected by drug use? Join Change Grow Live as a Harm Reduction Support Volunteer

What You'll Do:

• Be the first point of contact, greeting visitors with warmth and respect.
• Support our team in delivering harm reduction interventions, including:
• Needle and Syringe Provision
• Naloxone training and distribution
• Dry Blood Spot Testing
• Provide non-judgmental advice on safer injecting, overdose prevention, and emergency response.
• Engage with service users to promote HIV and Hepatitis testing, safer sex practices, and treatment options.
• Work in the community to offer support, information, and safe disposal of injecting equipment.
• Help maintain stock and ensure accurate documentation using our case management system.

What You'll Gain:

• Full training and ongoing support
• Experience in a fast-paced, meaningful role
• The chance to build trust and make a lasting impact
• Skills in communication, harm reduction, and community outreach

What We're Looking For:

• Friendly, approachable, and non-judgmental attitude
• Ability to engage with people from all walks of life
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team
• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism

No two days are the same, and every interaction is a chance to help someone stay safe and feel supported.

Please note this role is suited to someone who can offer 2 or more days volunteering.

If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:

Sharon Zdan-Michajlowicz | s.zdan-michajlowicz@cgl.org.uk | 07778146030

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) check at an enhanced level.