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Administration Assistant
When We Need You
From 07/09/2009 onwards
About Opportunity
Volunteer should have good admin skills, need to be able to work on their own initiative. Should be able to work with word processing, excel, graphics and database packages. Also required to answer telephones, and meet/greet clients. Must respect confidentiality and be sensitive to the nature of issues affecting people with life limiting illness.
Availability
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About The Little Haven
We provide support to people affected by life limiting illness. We strive to give the highest standard of support and work closely with other organisations to achieve this. The centre operates on a 'drop-in' basis and referral is not necessary. All our services are free and totally confidential. We will try to make our visitors feel welcome - there is a comfortable lounge where people can relax, talk to our volunteers and other visitors, or simply enjoy a cup of tea or coffee. Our aim is to connect with people, provide motivation, inspiration, hope and counsel.
Skills & Experience
Good communication skills, friendly, approachable, good organisational skills, an understanding of confidentiality, active listening skills and non-judgemental approach and patient.
Travel Details
The Little Haven office, 15 Manse Road, Forth, Lanark, ML11 8AJ
Restrictions
Disclosure Check & References will be required.
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Interview, Police Check, References
Training and Induction Details
Confidentiality, Health & Safety, background of project, role of volunteer etc. 1 to 1 intro and 3-6 months therefater. Training offered as appropriate which is personally streamlined. Shadowing for first couple of sessions.
Work Type
Administrative / Office Work
Client Group
Health/Hospitals/hospices
Expenses Detail
Travel expenses are paid - mileage 40p / mile or public transport costs.
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
4 hours per week. (Monday - Friday)
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers Required
3
Reference Code
57-956
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
15 Manse Road
Forth
Lanark
Scotland
ML11 8AJ
Contact: Karen Hynes
Tel: 01555 811846
Email: thelittlehaven@btinternet.com
Website: http://www.thelittlehaven...
