Volunteer Legal Support

As a volunteer Legal Support Officer, you are an important link for our clients who are (at risk of) ending up in a legal conflict with their healthcare provider. You offer practical support to people who need advice about their situation. You help them find answers to their legal questions, fill in forms, apply for care, and understand their rights and obligations. In addition, you offer support in conducting conversations with lawyers and attorneys. The tasks include, among other things: - Answering legal questions from clients about their healthcare provider - Providing practical help in applying for legal aid - Supporting clients in their communication with lawyers and attorneys. - Referring clients to other relevant resources when necessary - Maintaining and expanding our network of lawyers and attorneys What do we expect from you? - The opportunity to use your talents for a valuable cause. - Flexible working hours; work can largely be done from home. - The opportunity to gain experience in the non-profit sector and expand your portfolio.

As a volunteer Legal Support Officer, you are an important link for our clients who are (at risk of) ending up in a legal conflict with their healthcare provider. You offer practical support to people who need advice about their situation. You help them find answers to their legal questions, fill in forms, apply for care, and understand their rights and obligations. In addition, you offer support in conducting conversations with lawyers and attorneys.

- Answering legal questions from clients about their healthcare provider

- Supporting clients in their communication with lawyers and attorneys.

- Referring clients to other relevant resources when necessary

- Maintaining and expanding our network of lawyers and attorneys

- You have a passion for helping people and you have empathy for their situation

- You have good communication skills, both verbal and written

- You are a good listener and you can deal with people in a patient and respectful way

- You are available for at least 4 hours per week

- Experience with healthcare law is a plus, but not a requirement

- The opportunity to use your talents for a valuable cause.

- Flexible working hours; work can largely be done from home.

- The opportunity to gain experience in the non-profit sector and expand your portfolio.

I consider myself a passionate and active person, always working on improving the living conditions of others. I am social, involved and always try to listen to the needs of the people around me. As a social worker, I am busy supporting clients on a daily basis, but I also believe in the importance of preventive actions and joint initiatives to bring about a positive change in society.

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Are you 55+ and do you want to babysit a sweet dog

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