Description
Volunteers should;
Foster a supportive and encouraging environment; welcoming people to the group, facilitating social interactions through discussions and offering a listening ear.
Offer digital support to those attending the group, as well as offering advice and support on issues such as CV writing, health and well-being, filling out online forms etc.
Help with the set-up and clean-up of the group, arriving on time in order to do so.
Alert staff of any concerns.
Tuesdays from 10.30 to 12.30pm.
Organisation aims and objectives
Bethany Christian Trust is a national charity whose mission is to relieve the suffering and meet the long term needs of homeless and vulnerable people in Scotland. We share a big vision – to work together towards the aim of Ending Homelessness in Scotland. We support people in a broad range of ways including: housing, education and employment, addiction recovery, emotional well-being, street outreach, community integration, offending reduction and social support
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2 hours, every 3-4 weeks
Restrictions
Experience required: Volunteers should be;
Sociable and have an approachable manner.
Able to listen sympathetically and communicate effectively.
Organised, with good time management skills.
Be willing to work as part of a group, as well as independently.
Digitally literate.
Travel details: 65 Bonnington Road, Edinburgh, EH6 5JQ
Minimum age: 18
Support
Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Bethany Christian Trust recognises the importance and value of volunteering and wishes to, as far as possible, mitigate financial barriers to volunteering. Reasonable expenses that occur as a direct result of volunteering are eligible to be reimbursed if correct protocol is followed. An individual is eligible for reimbursement of expenses if they volunteer for a minimum of four hours per shift. Expense reimbursement for a shorter period will, however, be considered on a case-by-case basis, and at the discretion of the volunteer manager and/or supervisor.
Training details: Training will be given at induction, and on a regular basis as necessary.
Support:
Wheelchair Access/Disabled Access Toilet