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Youth Work Assistant
When We Need You
From 07/12/2009 to 21/10/2011
About Opportunity
This opportunity involves working with small groups of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people, providing assistance in groups which provide workshops on issuies of self esteem, personal development and provide an opportunity for social/peer support for young people. Volunteers will woprk with specific groups ( 13-17 year olds, 18-26 year olds, film project, girls group, beginners group), generally getting to know our young people, building a rapport, providing a listening support and sign-posting where necessary to other services. There is also the opportunity for volunteers to receive training in taking young people through the Youth Achievement Awards. Volunteers will receive many training opportunities, as well as opportunity for social support for themselves in terms of working with the wider volunteer and staff team.
Availability
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About LGBT Youth Scotland
LGBT Youth Scotland proactively empowers lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people to make positive choices about their lives. We take our place alongside LGBT young people to support them in securing their place throughout society as equal and active citizens, through advocating their voice, community and network of LGBT youth groups throughout Scotland. We will share what we learn in order to challenge prejudice and bring about positive change in attitudes, policy and services. We aim to achieve our mission by providing opportunities, services and consultancy respectful of difference, free from prejudice and which are user-led, safe and in partnership with our allies.
Skills & Experience
We are looking for people who have a good sense of humour and are non-judgemental. People with good listening skills, and people with a basic knowledge of issues affecting LGBT young people - although training will be given in this subject.
Travel Details
39 Commercial Street, Leith. EH6 6JD. Accessable by bus routes: 16, 22, 35.
Restrictions
No - in particular we very much welcome people 40 + as we particularly value intergenerational work.
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Police Check, References, Trial Period
Work Type
Youth Work
Client Group
Gender / Sexuality
Expenses Detail
In general these are provided monthly although they can be provided weekly on negotiation with the volunteer co-ordinator. Such information would be kept confidential from the rest of the team.
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
3 and a half hours per fortnight, although if you enjoy the opportunity this can be extended to weekly if you are happy with this.
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 25 years of age.
Volunteers Required
10
Reference Code
26-2887
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
The Citadel
40 Commercial Street
Edinburgh
Scotland
EH6 6JD
Contact: Jodie Fleming
Tel: 0131 555 3940
Email: jodie.fleming@lgbtyouth.org.uk
Website: http://www.lgbtyouth.org....
