Loneliness and isolation are huge issues for many young people in Moray right now. As a volunteer mentor you would be matched with a young person who you would spend regular time on a 1:1 basis, building a trusting relationship. You'll take part in activities that is of interest to your young person, such as cooking, sports, and crafts and introduce them to new activities to help them learn new skills and develop new interests. Mentors can range from age 18 and over and don’t have to have previous experience working with young people. As a mentor, you'll assist young people in solving problems and making informed choices. Mentors are well supported too, and you'll be given a full induction and role specific training as well as also any ongoing training opportunities.
Volunteers must be one year clean of any problematic drug/ alcohol misuse.
Experience required:
Aberlour is the largest, solely Scottish children's charity and we provide help to over 6,000 of Scotland's most vulnerable children, young people and their families each year. We continually adapt to meet the needs of those children facing the most overwhelming of obstacles. Giving children the best possible start in life is at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is for all Scotland's children and young people to be safe, to fulfil their potential and enjoy the benefits of stable family life and social inclusion. It is our aim for there to be easily accessible, person-centred services available to those families who need additional support.
Volunteers must be one year clean of any problematic drug/ alcohol misuse.
Minimum age: 18
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