Community Visitors are the eyes and ears of the community and perform an important role of upholding the human rights of people with a cognitive disability and/or mental illness who are living or residing in supported care.

They monitor and report on the adequacy of services being provided to residents/patients.

Community Visitors also talk to residents to identify issues of concern and write a brief report at the conclusion of the visit.

Community Visitors visit in pairs and visit facilities within their area.

Qualification/skills required:

• Good interpersonal skills.
• The ability to contribute to a written report detailing the findings of the visit.
• Good teamwork skills.