Volunteering for Cornwall Mind

We couldn’t lead the fight for better mental health without our volunteers. Cornwall Mind volunteers play a huge part in everything we do.

Why volunteer for us?

We support over 1000 local people every year and that number keeps on rising.

Our team of paid staff work alongside and rely on the contributions of volunteers to deliver our services and reach as many people as possible.

We are very proud of the work that our volunteers do. 

Volunteering can be a really rewarding and useful experience – and there’s probably more ways of doing it than you might think. From helping support our wellbeing groups, becoming a trustee or helping organise our fundraising events, there are many ways you can give your time.

We offer a variety of roles and in return for your time and effort, we offer a supportive working environment, valuable work experience, involvement in social activities, the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge, access to training, supervision and out of pocket expenses. 

Are you?

  • Over 18 years old
  • Friendly and reliable
  • Passionate about better mental health
  • Able to gift a few hours of your time a week or a month depending on your role 

If that sounds like you please get in touch, we’d love to hear from you.

 

I was made redundant and hit an all time low. Volunteering gave me back my identity and gave me a sense of purpose. The connections I made, and the skills I learnt, boosted my confidence and I felt valued again. I now work in health care, and it’s all thanks to having the opportunity to volunteer for Cornwall Mind.

 

Current volunteer opportunities

Administration Volunteer

Responsible to: Administrator

Time commitment requested: 4-8 hours a month

Location: Bodmin

Main purpose:

The role of the Cornwall Mind volunteer is to support the administrator.

Key responsibilities:

  • Posting letters, t-shirts, and fundraising materials.
  • Assisting with large mail outs after a fundraising event.
  • Sending thank you letters/emails and certificates for donations/fundraising and ‘in memory of’ giving.
  • Stock taking – leaflets, collection tins.
  • Ordering stationary.

Administration:

  • To abide by all company policies and procedures and within legal frameworks e.g. safeguarding, privacy, data protection.
  • Maintain confidentiality of information.

Miscellaneous:

  • Carry out other tasks consistent with the general remit of the post.
  • Engage with any learning and development relevant to the role as appropriate.
  • Conduct in line with Cornwall Mind’s Volunteer Policy.

Details

If you’re interested or want to find out more, please contact: info@cornwallmind.org

 

Wellbeing Group Volunteers

We’re currently recruiting volunteers to help at our wellbeing groups in St Austell and Bodmin. You’ll be working alongside a staff member and supporting people to engage in the group and improve their wellbeing. 

  • St Austell Supportive Minds group – help needed to support our group facilitator at our monthly meet ups. First Tuesday of every month 10am – 12pm.
  • Bodmin allotment group – volunteer support needed to help at our weekly group sessions. Wednesday 10am -1pm. No gardening experience needed.

If you’re interested or want to find out more, please contact: info@cornwallmind.org

 

Retail Volunteers

We’re looking for reliable and friendly retail volunteers for our Bodmin book and coffee shop.

At The Reading Room we do more than just sell books and coffee – we come together to promote better mental health in Cornwall. With your help, we can transform our collection of pre-loved books and delicious coffee into providing mental health and wellbeing support to our local communities.

By volunteering with us, you will not only be supporting our charity but also helping to create a welcoming and positive environment for our customers.

The Reading Room is open Tuesday – Saturday 9am – 4pm.

If you’re interested or want to find out more, please contact: info@cornwallmind.org

 

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