Urgently Hiring: Chat & Connect Telephone Caller

Position at a Glance:

• Company: Workwarp
• Location: Remote
• Compensation: a competitive salary
• Position: Chat & Connect Telephone Caller
• Start Date: Immediate openings available

 

 

Sight loss can be a big deal for many people: It often comes later in life and throws up many challenges. There can be a lot to get your head around and new things to learn. In this role you will help people who have had an initial contact with RNIB by sharing with them relevant information, including available services, ways to connect with others in a similar situation, and opportunities to play a positive role in removing barriers in society. In support of your conversation you will make brief, accurate notes in the customer contact record. In short, you’ll play an important role in helping people on the journey to living well with sight loss. You will join a well-established, friendly team that makes outbound calls to RNIB beneficiaries and supporters. This role can be done from home, with the ability to make calls at times that fit in with your schedule. We’re seeking a minimum commitment of four hours per week, for a period of around six months. Calls can be made between 10am and 7pm. Full training will be given before you start making calls. We are seeking to recruit a group of volunteers that includes some individuals with lived experience of sight loss. How you will be supported in your role Comprehensive training will be given before you start making calls, and support will continue throughout your volunteering. The team you are joining is located across the UK. There are opportunities to connect with other volunteers and colleagues via MS Teams, including social “Kettle catchups”. The team meets twice a year in person, and you will be very welcome to take part. How often will I be needed? • 4 Hours per Week Key requirements • You must be aged 18 or over. This opportunity requires two references. You will need a laptop or PC through which you will access an RNIB virtual desktop. Reliable Broadband is needed as calls will be made through your internet connection. You’ll need a quiet and confidential space at home when making calls, so that neither your screen nor conversations are visible / audible to others in your household. Home based • This role is home based Additional location information • Homebased Who this opportunity will suit Minimum age • You must be at least 18 years old to apply What skills and experience are needed? • You will have a friendly, empathetic and non-judgemental disposition and be able to listen well – acknowledging, and building rapport. A sociable nature and the ability to put people at ease are important qualities. You will be confident with IT and will have experience of MS Windows and common software Apply Job!

 

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