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3. Recruitment

Recruitment is usually carried out intermittently, inbut associationparticularly is associated with mass actions.

  • Roles will be advertised widely, using XR’s communication channels.
  • No experience is necessary, though some familiarity with XR’s arrestee support systems is helpful. (Especially, as we want our arrestees to feel confident and reassured they are being supported and valued!)
  • Volunteers are invited to offer 3 or 6-hour shifts, which will be coordinated in a rota.
  • The majority of volunteers prefer to work from home, though there is sometimes a possibility of working from a physical Back Office.
  • Volunteers will need access to a computer, tablet or smartphone with a reliable internet connection,connection. andThey will need to be able to access Zoom.
  • The Back Office Volunteer [BOV] role involves using a software-based phone system (3CX). Volunteers relyingwho rely on hearing aids are asked to ensure their compatibility with this system.
  • A device being used to access 3CX will need to have a microphone.
  • BOVs will also need to access Signal.
  • The Police Station Support Coordinator [PSSC] role relies on the use of WhatsApp and Signal groups:groups. volunteersVolunteers are asked to familiarizefamiliarise themselves with both platforms.
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