Volunteers and the ethos and values that volunteering brings to YSS are very important to us. We place great value in the experience, ideas, and diversity they bring to our work and we consider our volunteers a very important part of our service provision.
Why Volunteer?
Volunteers and the ethos and values that volunteering brings to YSS are very important to us. We aim to provide the highest standards of training and support to our volunteers. We place great value in the experience, ideas, and diversity they bring to our work.
Currently, YSS has around 80 Volunteers involved in a range of different roles within the organisation. We have an enthusiastic team of Volunteer Coordinators based in Worcestershire, Herefordshire, and Shropshire, who are responsible for recruiting, training, and supporting our Volunteers across the regions.
Available Opportunities
We have various volunteering opportunities available within the local areas we cover. Some of our opportunities are in person while others can be completed virtually.
- Groups and Activities Volunteer
- Feedback Collector Volunteer
- Admin Volunteer
- Worcestershire Young Carers Mentor Volunteer
- Volunteer Driver for Worcestershire Young Carers
Please also bear in mind that the availability for some of our volunteering opportunities might be subject to the local area you are living in. You can have a look and download the Volunteer role descriptors that interest you, or enquire by sending us an email at [email protected]
On Hold Volunteering Roles
We had to put a couple of our volunteering opportunities on hold for the time being due to some internal changes. If you are interested in any of the following opportunities, watch this space as we will start recruiting for them again soon.
There are many reasons and benefits to becoming a Volunteer at YSS.
As well as providing a valuable service to those we support and making a difference in the local communities, volunteering can open doors to employment. It helps to build skills and experience, gaining confidence through understanding and supporting others, whilst meeting and sharing ideas with likeminded and motivated people. At YSS, we provide bespoke support and training to all our Volunteers.
Testimonial
“It is such a great feeling when someone completes a goal that they’ve set for themselves. I feel like I’m actually making a difference, regardless of how big or small it may be, and that in itself is so rewarding.”
Frequently Asked Questions
For more information on volunteering with YSS, consult our Volunteering Frequently Asked Questions document below.
Apply to be a volunteer
Apply to be a volunteer by filling in the following form. The information will be reviewed by one of our Volunteer Coordinators who will be in touch with you to provide more information.
If you are unable to submit a form or you would like to ask us any questions, get in touch with us.
Thanks to our Patron, HRH The Princess Royal & our Funders & Partners
