supporting, developing and representing community groups, voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Befriender (Levenmouth and East Fife)
with LINK East Fife Mental Health Befriending Project.
About this opportunity: | LINK supports adults aged 18 to 65 years old in the East Fife and Levenmouth areas who may be experiencing isolation due to their mental health issues through one-to-one befriending and group events • They are looking for volunteers for their adult befriending project • Befrienders will assist the adults to increase their resilience, confidence, social skills and self esteem through consistent and reliable support, and engaging in activities together • If you have a spare couple of hours a fortnight and would like to help adults who have been isolated due to mental health issues, LINK would like to hear from you • | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Minimum age: | 16 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Maximum age: | no upper age limit has been specified | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Training provided: | Volunteers will receive induction and on-going training and support. There will also be personal development opportunities. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Out of pocket expenses paid? | Yes - Travel and out-of-pocket expenses are paid, up to a set monthly amount. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Experience required: | Positive attitude, good listening skills, good organisation skills, empathy, sense of fun, reliability and consistency. Experience of mental health issues not necessary. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Restrictions on who can volunteer | No restrictions were specified. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Application process: | Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; PVG membership required; References; Trial Period | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Taster available? | No, not for this opportunity. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Travel Details | The opportunity takes place in East Fife and Levenmouth. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Saltire Award | This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. |