VOLUNTEER AT
OPEN DOOR
Our volunteers work as part of a small team, and their help is critical to the work of the Open Door. Volunteers help welcome people, make tea and coffee and spend a lot of time listening to people
All of our volunteers are active members of various Christian communities throughout Colchester and surrounding areas, are vetted by the Criminal Records Bureau, and receive on-going supervision and training.
Are you...
- a good listener?
- interested in volunteering at Open Door?
- able to help on Monday, Wednesday or Friday mornings/afternoons?
If yes, then why not volunteer at Open Door? Please see below for details of how to apply.
One of the volunteers serving tea at Open Door
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Download the volunteer application form:
Word (.doc) application form →
2. Print and complete the application form and hand it in during our opening hours FAO Anna Marsh, Team Co-ordinator. Click here for opening times and location.
3. You'll be contacted as soon as possible to arrange a trial morning or afternoon. You will be asked to bring with you one current document with proof of address and one form of photo ID (e.g. passport, driving licence)
4. References are obtained, however, the reference section forms only one part of the selection procedure.
5. Whilst the references are awaited you are encouraged to spend time at the drop-in centre getting to know staff and customers.
6. A decision is made in due course and discussed with you
7. After a probationary period of two months you will be vetted by the Criminal Records Bureau
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"When I used to come here as a customer, my first impression was how fantastic the staff were. The whole concept is based in Christianity and you do make genuine friends."
Bob, volunteer
