Het Respijthuis is bedoeld voor mensen die door mentale klachten of spanningen tijdelijk behoefte hebben aan rust en steun. Gasten vinden er een veilige omgeving die houvast en ruimte biedt: een eigen ...
Living room host for the Respite House Groningen
Practical details
Volunteering opportunity • Structural
Contact person
Sarah Blaauw
Ask Sarah a question or contact the organiser directly at sarah@respijthuisgroningen.nl or 0683174227.
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Interesting or nice about this vacancy
The Respite House is a warm place where people who are temporarily stuck due to mental health issues or stress can recharge.
At the Respite House, we are there as people for people – simple, warm, and together.
Here, it is about small things that make a big difference: having a cup of coffee, taking a walk together, or lending a hand with the meal.
What makes this job so fun?
- You meet special people and hear inspiring stories. You really make a difference to someone who needs support.
- You work together and are part of a warm and committed team.
- You receive guidance, training, and enjoyable volunteer moments.
- You give time and attention – we offer you gratitude, connection, and a place where you also gain energy.
Tasks and duties
What do you do as a volunteer?
- Having coffee or tea together and chatting.
- Lend a hand with the meals.
- Participate in or assist with activities
- Taking a walk with a guest.
- Help keep the atmosphere warm and relaxed.
What can you expect?
- There are 3 shifts of 4 hours per day:
- 09:00 – 13:00
- 13:00 – 17:00
- 17:00 – 21:00
- The Respite House operates 7 days a week.
- You always work with 2 volunteers per shift.
- You can always consult with a professional colleague, confident that you can handle it together.
- Experience is not required – you will receive thorough training and guidance.
- Good accessibility: ample free parking and good public transport connections.
- Training and peer supervision to share experiences.
- Enjoyable volunteer moments.
Skills and qualities
- Listening ear – you can listen attentively and patiently.
- Empathy and respect – you are attuned to someone's feelings and boundaries.
- Reliability – guests and colleagues can count on you.
- Team player – you always work together with another volunteer and a professional.
- Calmness and friendliness – you help create a relaxed atmosphere.
- Flexibility – you can respond to what a guest needs at that moment.
- Basic communication – you can engage in a clear and friendly conversation.
- No specific experience is needed – anyone with the right attitude and motivation can become a volunteer.
Additional information
Read more here about what it is like to work at the Respite House.
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About Stichting Respijthuis Groningen
Het Respijthuis is bedoeld voor mensen die door mentale klachten of spanningen tijdelijk behoefte hebben aan rust en steun. Gasten vinden er een veilige omgeving die houvast en ruimte biedt: een eigen plek voor enkele dagen tot maximaal twee weken. Het Respijthuis biedt zo de mogelijkheid om even op adem te komen en daarna weer zelf stappen te zetten.
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