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Listening Volunteers
When We Need You
From 21/04/2009 onwards
About Opportunity
Volunteers will benefit from acquiring very good listening skills which support not only samaritan callers but are transferable to everyday situations once trained, there is an opportunity to be involved in outreach work eg talks, prison support and in the day to day running of the charity eg. fundraising, publicity, admin.
Availability
Flexible
About Samaritans of Falkirk & Central Scotland
24 hour telephone availability for those looking for emotional support and who may or may not be suicidal.
Skills & Experience
Good listener, non judgemental. Able to respect confidentiality.
Travel Details
In the office at 19 Orchard Street, Falkirk. The premises are within easy reach of Falkirk Bus Station and Grahamston Railway Station.
Restrictions
None
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Interview, Other, Police Check, References, Trial Period
Training and Induction Details
Trg. consists of 8 modules followed by mentoring for 6 months. During which time vols. undertake further trg. All vols. are expected to do 5 hrs.ongoing trg. each yr.which is provided.Support provided throughout mentor, leadership & othersamaritan.
Work Type
Counselling
Client Group
Mental health
Expenses Detail
Yes. we pay public transport or mileage at .25p on application by the volunteer.
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
Open days held monthly followed by selection event. 46 shifts a year of which 6 should be night shift (11pm-5am)and 6 twilight(10.30pm-2am) or early bird(6am-8.30am).Minimum 1 year after training.
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers Required
29
Reference Code
59-693
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
19 Orchard Street
Falkirk
Scotland
FK11RF
Contact: Administration Line
Tel: 01324 671266
Email: falkirk@samaritans.org
