supporting, developing and representing community groups, voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Community Group Helper (Rosyth)
with Alzheimer Scotland (Fife).
| About this opportunity: | This role will support the activity of a social group that enjoys a variety of table top activities from musical quizzes, games, playing indoor bowls; indoor putting and making friends and memories over a cuppa • People living with dementia, their family and friends and anyone with an interest in dementia can attend this activity group • The role will include: Offering a warm welcome to people who attend • Help making the teas/coffees and serving these • Working as part of a team with the staff and volunteers at this group • Listening and interacting with people living with dementia, family members who attend the group and taking part in the activities • Keeping up to date with Alzheimer Scotland news and their work across Scotland and being an ambassador for their services telling people what support they offer • | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Minimum age: | 16 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Maximum age: | 85 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Training provided: | The volunteer with have a volunteer induction training session with the Volunteer Co-Ordinator. Then ongoing training relevant to the volunteer role and corporate policies e.g. Dementia Friends training; Brain Health training. The volunteer will receive regular information and have regular contact with the Volunteer Co-Ordinator through email and phone calls in support of their volunteer role and as part of the Alzheimer Scotland Volunteer Group. This is explained at the induction session. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Out of pocket expenses paid? | Yes - They will reimburse public transport expenses as long as the volunteer keeps the receipts. They will reimburse fuel mileage (45 p per mile) when the volunteer uses their own vehicle. These will be reimbursed monthly. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Experience required: | Excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to recognise and respect the rich diversity that exists within our communities, views, attitudes and lifestyles.
Committed to Alzheimer Scotland�s values.
Willing to follow our guidance, feedback and implement changes to practice where necessary. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Restrictions on who can volunteer | No restrictions were specified. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Application process: | Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; PVG membership required; References; Trial Period; Safeguarding | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Taster available? | No, not for this opportunity. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Travel Details | The Community Activity Group takes place at the Parkgate Community Centre, 23 Parkgate, Rosyth, KY11 2JW on a weekly basis � every Wednesday. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Saltire Award | This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. |