supporting, developing and representing community groups, voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Home Visitor (St Monans)
with Blind Veterans UK (Fife).
About this opportunity: | Blind Vetrans UK are committed to supporting thier blind veterans no matter where they are • Their community home visitors provide crucial social interaction for the veterans who can't reach their centres, and can often feel isolated or lonely • By popping by once a fortnight to see a veteran in their area, home visitors are a friendly face that can make all the difference to the veterans • A visit could be a simple chat and a cup of tea and getting out and about in the local area • You will never be asked to do any personal care • Their member has an interest in golf and snooker and enjoys a chat • Although you will be working in the community independently, your manager is only a phone call away and there is a network of other volunteers for you to link in with too • Volunteers must be over the age of 18 years and understand the importance of confidentiality and relationship boundaries • The role can be flexible around your other commitments, but they ask that you are reliable and punctual for the veterans • You will be fully trained and supported so you feel comfortable and confident in your volunteering • | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Minimum age: | 18 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Maximum age: | 100 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Training provided: | Some training online and some in person such as Guiding Skills, Volunteer Coordinator available and Employee Assistance Programme | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Out of pocket expenses paid? | Yes - 45p per mile | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Experience required: | reliable and punctual for the veterans. Must have own car and clean driving lincence | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Restrictions on who can volunteer | No restrictions were specified. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Application process: | Application Form; Interview; PVG membership required; References | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Taster available? | No, not for this opportunity. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Travel Details | St Monans area | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Saltire Award | This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. |