Hope Magherafelt – CAP Befriender

A CAP befriender is someone who has a passion for people and lives out what it means to build community. Being in debt is often linked to social isolation for many of our clients. Debt can mean having no disposable income to socialise with friends, carrying the stigma associated with being in debt and having low self-esteem. Many of our client’s lives can be a little chaotic and full of fear regarding their situations. Befrienders work closely with the Debt Coaches, accompanying them on visits and focusing on the non-debt related needs of the client, such as:

• Facilitating bringing the client into community
• Identifying hobbies and possible points of social connection
• Introducing the client to other local services
• Providing assistance with practical tasks
• Praying with clients

This role is client facing and would suit someone with:

• Great relationship-building skills
• Non-judgemental and caring nature
• Passionate about helping people and bringing hope to them
• Trustworthy in keeping confidential information
• In agreement with CAP’s core values and statement of faith
• Willing to pray with their clients and CAP team
• Understands the concept of keeping good boundaries
• Clearly demonstrates a heart and passion for the charity and the local church

Benefits and Impact

• Using your existing skills to make a difference
• Meet new people who share your passion to eradicate poverty in the community
• Making a real difference and providing a vital support function in your local community
• Helping to ensure a dignified experience to all who access support through Hope
• Signposting people for further support which can help lift them from poverty

Support

You will be given all the required training and support before starting your role.

You will have a main contact throughout your time volunteering.