No designated shifts
No rota or fixed hours. Fit volunteering around work and life.
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Employee Volunteering at TalkLife Workplace
Wellbeing volunteer opportunities for employees. We’ve designed our volunteering to fit into your busy working life.
Wellbeing volunteer opportunities for employees
Whether you’re new to volunteering or already passionate about employee wellbeing, there’s a place for you here.
Being a wellbeing volunteer can take many forms. There are several ways to get involved, and we believe in the power of online volunteering for employees. Our Peer+ Volunteering Programme is a flexible way to help others without big, rigid commitments.
You can support our global community by lending a listening ear as a Buddy from home, the office, or even from your morning commute - wherever you feel comfortable.
If you’d like to make an impact directly in your organisation, we also offer the TalkLife Workplace Ambassador Program. As an Ambassador, you’ll be at the forefront of a growing movement for employee wellbeing in your own workplace.
Why volunteer with us
Built around your working life
Take a break whenever you need to
Rest when you need to. We encourage breaks that protect your wellbeing.
Be part of a global community
Peers worldwide, one community. Make friends and offer support across borders.
Flexible training and development
Self-paced modules on Slack. Videos, quizzes, and guidance that suit your style.
Becoming a Buddy on TalkLife Workplace
TalkLife Workplace buddies are users who have trained with us to be a peer supporter on the platform. Being a buddy means becoming a listening ear in our global communities. Here are some of the tasks you'd be performing:
- Welcoming new people and ensuring we are a warm, supportive environment for those taking their first steps to talking and sharing
- Commenting on posts and using your supportive skills to convey empathy and help people feel heard
- Setting up your own rooms on TalkLife Workplace and helping people feel connected with each other
- Offering one-to-one buddy support to someone who is struggling
Becoming an Ambassador in your organisation
TalkLife Workplace Ambassadors are employees who step up and advocate for employee wellbeing in their own organisation and help guide colleagues who feel lonely and isolated towards TalkLife Workplace. Here are some of the tasks you'd be performing:
- Building a team of five colleagues who are passionate about wellbeing
- Creating and delivering your own engagement missions from workplace events to online campaigns to promote TalkLife Workplace
- Representing TalkLife Workplace in your organisation, becoming a recognised voice in employee wellbeing
Volunteer training
As a TalkLife Workplace volunteer, you'll get an introductory call and receive full training before starting your duties. You will also get access to a volunteer Slack group and receive continuous support from our internal team and other volunteers. You will also get monthly clinical supervision where you can meet other buddies from around the globe.
Please note volunteering and wellbeing services are very different responsibilities and we do not expect you to act as a counselor or deal with crisis situations. If you come across a crisis situation, we would only expect you to flag it to our professional team who will escalate it if needed.
“I've enjoyed my experience as a Buddy because I'm a person who wants to help and put a smile on someone else's face if possible.”
General Information
We ask that all volunteers spend 5-6 hours on TalkLife Workplace per week doing their duties.
All volunteers are encouraged to take time off for their wellbeing if they need it.
A video call with one member of the admin team is needed in order to progress to the training.
Training takes place on Slack and is delivered via 5 modules with videos, information, and a quiz.
Frequently Asked Questions
A TalkLife Workplace buddy is a volunteer who has been trained in peer support skills. Buddies provide a listening ear and emotional support to other members on the platform.
You can apply through our online application form. After submitting, you'll be invited for a short video call with our team, followed by our training program.
Yes! All volunteers receive comprehensive training delivered via Slack, covering 5 modules with videos, information, and quizzes. You'll also receive ongoing clinical supervision.
TalkLife Workplace buddies are volunteers. While the role is unpaid, you gain valuable experience, skills in peer support, and can add this to your CV. Many buddies say the experience is deeply rewarding.
Yes. We understand that life is busy and your wellbeing comes first. You can take breaks or step down at any time.
The video call helps us get to know you, explain the role in more detail, and ensure it's the right fit for both you and TalkLife Workplace. It's an informal, friendly conversation.
Absolutely. Being a volunteer doesn't change your ability to use TalkLife Workplace for your own support needs. Your wellbeing matters to us.
You'll gain peer support training, build communication skills, join a global community of volunteers, receive monthly clinical supervision, and get a reference for future opportunities.
TalkLife Workplace is a safe, anonymous, 24/7 peer support community for employees, accessible across 26 languages.
TalkLife Workplace is not an emergency service. If you're in immediate danger, please call your local emergency services. Visit our Resources page for crisis helplines.
We can't wait to hear from you
Join our global community and support employee wellbeing in a way that fits your schedule.
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