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Youth Befriender (Levenmouth)

  • VO65984

Description

About this opportunity: Want to make a difference, and have fun? Can you spare 2 hours a fortnight to support a marginalised young person?

LINK works with 12-18 year olds who have become isolated due to mental health issues.

The in-person, 1-1 befriending meetings take place out in the community. This safe, supported timeout helps the young people to increase their wellbeing, resilience, social and relationship skills.

When you meet, and what you do with your befriending time together is left up to you and the young person to decide. It may be a walk, café, cinema, bowling – there’s a monthly allowance to cover expenses.

Organisation aims and objectives

LINK works with marginalised, isolated 12-18 year olds in East Fife and Levenmouth with mental health issues. We aim to assist the young people to increase their resilience, confidence, social skills and self esteem through the support of a consistent and reliable befriender.

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Timings will be arranged to suit both the volunteer and the person they are helping.

Restrictions

Experience required: Experience required: No special qualifications or experience required. Desirable skills - reliability; sense of fun and friendly; kindness; patience; good communication and listening skills; ability to volunteer independently, with regular supervision – over a cuppa and cake.
Travel details: This opportunity takes place in the Levenmouth area.
Minimum age: 16

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Travel and out-of-pocket expenses are paid, up to a set monthly amount.
Training details: Volunteers receive training; ongoing support and supervision; personal development and social outing opportunities.
Support: Named Contact For Volunteer

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