UP! interviews facilitator
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Interesting about this job
Are you a listening ear for others? Do you enjoy creating a special atmosphere in a group?
During the UP! conversations, elderly people meet monthly in groups and talk for 1.5 hours about a theme that matters as you get older. Think of farewell, family, love, courage, future or comfort. Sharing stories leads to new insights and a sense of connection. A new group will start in Lewenborg after the summer, and we are also looking for additional volunteers for the rest of the city.
We are looking for a Volunteer discussion leader for UP! conversations in Lewenborg and other neighborhoods.
Job tasks and duties
- As a volunteer discussion leader, you provide a warm and open atmosphere where everyone can be themselves.
- You show interest and can ask questions well, without judging or coaching.
- You can steer a conversation in the right direction and bring energy and peace to the group.
- You work alone or in a duo.
- After each meeting, a short discussion report is written.
Job skills and qualities
Some practical things:
- Age: 50+ years.
- You have an open and neutral attitude and an affinity with the elderly.
- 6-8 meetings are scheduled per year. (summer break)
- The total commitment per month is approximately 4 hours.
Extra information
What do we offer?
- An inspiring and friendly team of other Groningen discussion facilitators.
- Personal guidance and intervisions.
- Before the first UP! interview, you will follow a training course on the UP! methodology.
- You become a volunteer at Humanitas, but you are also part of the national UP! movement.
- Through Humanitas you can participate in various training courses, workshops, meetings and drinks.
Interest?
Contact Elianne Vrieze (project coordinator) via e.vrieze@humanitas.nl, 050 3126000 or 06 17890352
Job information
Organisation address and information
Humanitas
Akerkhof ZZ 22
9711 JB Groningen
Website: http://www.humanitas.nl/groningen