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Befriender
When We Need You
From 10/03/2010 onwards
About Opportunity
Activities can include going to cinema or any otheragreed activity that will support service users to participate in opportunities & therefore enabling them to become more involved in their community. The time you share with a person can make a huge difference in improving their feelings of confidence, self esteem & social acceptance. There is also an opportunity to participate in group activities. Volunteers meet the matched individual in community settings. To get involved contact GAMH for an application pack ideally by email or telephone. HOW DO YOU GET INVOLVED? If you are interested in this opportunity please get in touch with us using the contact details on this page. Alternatively you can register your interest directly using the Register Interest facility. If you do not receive a response within [5] working days, please contact the Volunteer Centre. [The next step is to make arrangements for an application pack to be sent by post.] It generally takes around [2 – 3 months] after you contact us to get you started.
Availability
Flexible
About Glasgow Association for Mental Health
To create services & opportunities that assist people who are recovering from mental health problems, providing support for carers, promoting social inclusion, promoting volunteers, challenge stigma & discrimination.
Skills & Experience
Volunteer befrienders should be approachable, reliable, willing to learn & share experiences.
Travel Details
Opportunities are normally community based activities.
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Interview, Police Check, References
Training and Induction Details
There will be a six week training programme with further ongoing training opportunities provided if required. Volunteers will receive one to one supervision with volunteer co-ordinator
Work Type
Befriending / Mentoring
Client Group
Mental health
Expenses Detail
Public transport & activity costs reimbursed by cheque on a monthly basis
Accessibility Details
No Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
2 hours per week for 6 months
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers Required
1
Reference Code
33-1474
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
Pavilion 3A Moor Park Court
11 Dava Street
Govan
Glasgow
Scotland
G51 2JA
Contact: Mary Donoghue
Tel: 0141 425 4850
Email: volunteersouth@gamh.org.uk
