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(Stornoway) Adviser
When We Need You
From 07/05/2008 onwards
About Opportunity
As a volunteer advisor you will interview clients, listening to what they say, asking questions so you have a clear idea of their needs and using the CAB information system give clients up to date and accurate information. You will explore options with clients and talk about the different ways their problems might be tackled, or offer practical help such as filling in a form, writing a letter, doing a benefit calculation, or making a phone call.
Availability
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Skills & Experience
Good listeners, sympathetic, socially aware, good at communicating with others and willing to learn. You don't need formal qualifications to be an advice worker - CAB will give you full training.
Travel Details
At the office. Travel expenses paid.
Restrictions
no
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Interview, Police Check, References
Training and Induction Details
Training takes 4 months and time for home learning. Also need to spend time on ongoing learning and keeping up with information.
Work Type
Advice / Information giving
Client Group
Human / Civil rights/ Justice
Expenses Detail
Yes
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
Work at least one session a week in the bureau and attend staff meetings as required.
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers Required
6
Reference Code
63-323
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
95 Cromwell Street
Stornoway
HS1 2DG
Contact: Volunteer Centre Western Isles
Tel: 01851 700 366
Email: stornoway@volunteeringwesterni...
Website: http://www.volunteeringwe...
