Care and Maintenance Volunteer [20677]

Dumfries and Galloway Hard of Hearing Group

We provide hearing aid maintenance for NHS Hearing aids at various drop-in clinics held throughout the region. As a care and maintenance volunteer you will be responsible for assessing the needs of our service users and carrying out any practical maintenance of their hearing aids. You will play a vital role in helping people manage their hearing loss by providing practical and emotional support. You will also be sharing information with clients, signposting and referring to other agencies in your local area.

Successful people in this role will be organised, sociable and able to communicate comfortably particularly with people with hearing loss and the elderly.

Full induction and appropriate training will be given for this role, with ongoing support from the Service Support Officer as we want you to feel part of the team and enjoy your experience with the group.

You will receive the satisfaction of giving back to others through their hearing aids and you will be working in an inclusive environment sharing knowledge and experiences. The role requires a person to be able to dedicate at least 4 hours a month, from home, and the drop-in session. Think ahead – can you get to and from the placement easily? Make sure it’s a practical option for you.

 

Basic Information

Disabilities
  • Social benefits: improving companionship, tackling social isolation, and increasing social capital
  • Mental well-being: improving confidence, purpose, and life satisfaction
  • Instrumental benefits – developing new skills and knowledge, gaining awards and qualifications, increasing employability

Volunteer Commitment

Daily
Minimum commitment 4 hours per month
Long-term volunteer = over six months
No

Accessibility and Inclusion

Yes
Physical
No
No
No gender restriction

Requirements

None
None
No

Training and Induction

Process and Logistics

Application form, References required, Formal interview, Probation period
Public Liability, Personal Accident, Professional Indemnity
Yes
No