Community peer volunteer [20724]

Organisation: Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland

Could you spare 4-6 hrs per month? By assisting our coordinators in our Peer Group network by providing a direct link between our partnered Peer Groups and CHSS: sharing information, practical support and advice, you can make a difference.

Basic Information

Type of volunteering:Heath / Wellbeing

Benefits of volunteering:

Physical health benefits
Social benefits
Mental well-being
Instrumental benefits

Volunteer Commitment

How many hours?:4-6 hours

How long would you be expected to volunteer?:Long-term volunteer = over six months

Time the volunteering takes place:Weekdays

Can you volunteer remotely?No

Accessibility and Inclusion

Is this opportunity accessable to volunteers with disabilities: Yes

Category of disability supported: Mental, Learning, Physical

Is this a refugee-friendly volunteer opportunity? Yes

Level of English required: Conversational

Buddy support in place? No

Volunteer into Employment friendly? Yes

Are there gender restrictions? No gender restriction

Requirements

Minimum Age Limit?None

Maximum Age Limit?None

Any skills required?Communication skills

Any specific previous experience required?Desirable experience of one of our conditions

Driving licence required:Yes

Training and Induction

Induction detailsup to 6 weeks including boundaries and safeguarding

Training detailsdependent, we will make it specific to the individual and their skills

Training duration:As and when required

Type of training:Remote

Process and Logistics

Application Process:Application form, CV, References required, Informal chat

Volunteer Insurance:Public Liability, Personal Accident, Professional Indemnity

Reimbursement Policy:Yes

The Saltire Awards compatible:No

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