Description
Express Group Fife is a mental health charity, operating in Fife for 45 years. They provide group activities and engage with people over 18 experiencing poor mental health.
They are looking for Social Group Assistants for their groups listed below. Activities involved: setting up the hall (tables and chairs, but not at every location), socialising with service users, taking part/assisting in activities (e.g. board games, bingo, crafts). Time: usually 9:30 am to 1:00 pm. Lunch provided and travel expenses reimbursed. There is always a Group Coordinator facilitating the group and very often also a Case Worker who can work individually with service users when needed. Free parking available at all venues.
You can check their website for more details www.expressgroupfife.org.uk
Organisation aims and objectives
For over 45 years people in Fife experiencing mental health problems have been able to turn to Express Group Fife to help them cope and recover. The aim of the Groups is to promote positive mental health and wellbeing by providing a safe place for sharing experiences and peer support. There are currently thirteen Groups at nine locations across Fife each week, providing various activities to encourage social interaction and confidence building, helping to make new friends and make the most of life in the community. The Groups are run by a dedicated group of staff, volunteers and very much by the members themselves, which creates a tremendous feeling of belonging and safety. For some, the Groups are perhaps the only place they can meet people and socialise; for others, they are a chance to help and show what they can do. The cooked meal at the end of the morning is a definite draw for many!
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4 hours per week
Restrictions
Experience required: You will be friendly and approachable, dependable and trustworthy. An ability to maintain confidentiality is essential while understanding the need to share information/concerns with paid staff as required.
Travel details: Glenrothes - St Columbas Church - Monday or Thursday; Dunfermline - Gillespie Church - Monday; Tayport - St Margarets Church - Thursday; Inverkeithing - Civic Centre - Friday
Minimum age: 18
Support
Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Travel expenses can be reimbursed
Taster available: Yes
Taster details: Details on request
Training details: Volunteers will be made aware of the relevant organisational policies and procedures and will get ongoing support from staff. Relevant training opportunities will be offered.
Support:
Named Contact For Volunteer,
Wheelchair Access/Disabled Access Toilet