Volunteer Programme

We run a successful volunteer programme within our project that encourages and supports drug service users to be actively involved in the day to day running of the project. This empowers users to look introspectively at our treatment system, and builds their skills and confidence, which in turn aids their recovery and future prospects. To find out how this scheme benefitted others, read the testimonials page.

Anyone can apply to join the scheme, as long as they meet the following criteria - 1. they are over 18 years of age, 2. that they live in the Wolverhampton area, 3. they must be seeking to enter drug treatment, or are accessing drug treatment, or have accessed treatment in the last 6 months, 4. are committed to helping others.

Here is some of what our volunteers help us to do -: Run groups, deliver training and awareness sessions, organise activities, influence drug treatment, attend strategic meetings, marketing, advocate for SUIT, update this website, community based work, interviewing, consultation and monitoring of services to name but a few.

SUIT's structured volunteer programme consists of internal, as well as external training so the volunteer gets a clear understanding of the field of substance misuse. Our volunteers are currently undertaking things like Advice and Guidance NVQ's (Level 3 & 4), Health and Social Care NVQ Level 3. On top of this a lot of our work is linked to the DANOS standards (Drug and Alcohol National Occupational Standards), and this gives volunteers a real advantage when seeking employment.

For further information on the volunteer programme contact us