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• Service Delivery Volunteer (Kirckaldy/Glenrothes) with Victim Support Fife And Central Volunteer Opportunity No. VO88558 - Created/last updated: 06/10/2021

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  About this opportunity:	As Scotland's leading charity to supporting all victims, witnesses and families of all crime types across Scotland, you will be joining a committed team dedicated to helping people with practical and emotional support in the aftermath of a crime. Victim Support supports victims of crime, witnesses and their family members, regardless of who they are and their circumstances. The service is independent, free, non-judgemental and confidential. They offer bespoke support, personalised to the needs of each individual. They are looking for enthusiastic and committed people from all backgrounds from across Fife. While qualifications and experience are good to have, what's more important to us is to have a '˜can do' attitude and be committed to providing compassionate and informative services to people who have been affected by crime.
  Takes place:	mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays
  Minimum age:	18
  Maximum age:	100
  Training provided:	Training is initially delivered online through a national team. There is around 70 hours of training to begin with which covers a whole range of topics including data protection, safeguarding, the court systems within Scotland. After completing the initial training, inductions are done locally within the local offices. Each volunteer has a line manager who they will shadow until fully accredited. Once accredited ongoing support and training is always offered.
  Out of pocket expenses paid?	Yes - Expenses can be paid weekly or monthly, we pay public transport rate or 45p a mile.
  Experience required:	A listening non- judgmental ear is all that is required. Full training and a shadowing period will be afforded to all volunteers. They welcome applications from individuals of all different backgrounds and experience.
  Restrictions on who can volunteer	No restrictions were specified.
  Application process:	Application Form; Induction/Training; Interview
  Taster available?	No, not for this opportunity.
  Travel Details	Kirkcaldy - Sheriff Court House, Whytescauseway, Kirkcaldy KY1 1XQ Glenrothes - 9 Pentland Ct, Glenrothes KY6 2DA
  Saltire Award	This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.

  
  

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