Social Group Assistant

  • VO96333


Description

Vision PK provides local groups for people with visual and hearing impairments, giving them the opportunity to meet others, share experiences, socialise, and take part in activities. Our volunteers help us to keep things going. Most meetings take place on Tuesdays afternoon between 12.30 and 2.30pm.
You could be involved with groups: planning, escorting participants, preparing and serving refreshment, helping organise and facilitate activities, making sure participants can enjoy activities safely and offering assistance where needed.

Organisation aims and objectives

VisionPK is a charity that supports people living with sight and hearing loss. We offer a range of services to people with sensory impairments to help them retain their independence and ability to live, work and participate in their local communities. These services includes rehabilitation and habilitation services; specialist equipment assessment and provision; information, advice and support; volunteering opportunities; fundraising opportunities and activities, groups and clubs.

Availability

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Most meetings take place on Tuesdays afternoon between 12.30 and 2.30pm.

Restrictions

Experience required: Warm, friendly, and patient approach. Able to put people at ease. Flexible and committed. Willingness to undertake training relevant to the role, join Protecting Vulnerable Group Scheme (PVG) and follow policies and procedures. Available Tuesday afternoons.
Travel details: Group meetings take place in our main office (174 High Street, Perth PH1 5UH) as well as in the Cafeteria Room at the AK Bell Library (York Place, Perth PH2 8EP).
Minimum age: 16

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Travel expenses are refunded, there are usually no other expenses.
Taster available: Yes
Support: Named Contact For Volunteer,
Wheelchair Access/Disabled Access Toilet