Support Volunteer [20673]

Victim Support Dumfries and Galloway

As a volunteer, you’ll provide emotional and practical support to people affected by crime. This may include:

  • Speaking with people impacted by crime in person or by phone to understand their needs.
    Helping people feel more confident by arranging and delivering court familiarisation visits.
    Supporting individuals in court on the day of a trial and liaising with court staff on their behalf.
    Giving feedback to staff and agreeing on next steps for each case.
    Completing necessary admin tasks to ensure our support journey is well documented.

You’ll be fully trained and supported to carry out these responsibilities, and you’ll never be alone. You’ll carry out your role alongside experienced staff and fellow volunteers.

Basic Information

Support / Advice
  • Social benefits: improving companionship, tackling social isolation, and increasing social capital
  • Mental well-being: improving confidence, purpose, and life satisfaction

Volunteer Commitment

Daily
Long-term volunteer = over six months
No

Accessibility and Inclusion

Yes
Physical
Yes
Fluent
Yes
Yes
No gender restriction

Requirements

None
None
No

Training and Induction

Process and Logistics

Application form, References required, Informal chat, Formal interview, Probation period
Public Liability
Yes
No