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Branch Support Co-ordinator
When We Need You
From 10/10/2007 onwards
About Opportunity
Be the point of contact for newly diagnosed people Provide a listening ear for the concerns of people affected by MS Provide accurate and up-to-date information about MS and its management Develop collaborative relationships with health and social services professionals and ensure the work of the branch links with them. Have a basic knowledge of statutory services and refer people on appropriately Have a basic knowledge of benefits and refer people on appropriately Enable people affected by MS to secure services which they are entitled to by referring them on to others who can advise them Provide information about the society’s services at national and local level Keep an up-to-date list of other local, relevant services Provide information about potential sources of financial support, including the Society’s grants. Co-ordinate requests for individual support grants Ensure that comfidentiality is maintained in all areas of the Society’s work Attend training and information events organised by MS Society Scotland Liaise with MS Society Scotland staff as appropriate
About MS Society Scotland
Our Vision: • A world free from the devastating effects of Multiple Sclerosis. Our Mission: • To enable everyone affected by MS to live life to their full potential and secure the care and support they need, until we ultimately find a cure. We rely on fundraising and the efforts of our volunteers and staff to achieve our aims: • To fund and promote the best possible research into MS cause, cure and care. • To be the recognised source of consistent, high quality support and information to all people affected by MS, throughout the UK. • To raise standards of MS care by working in partnership with professionals, promoting equitable access to high quality services based on the needs of the individual. • To be the authoritative voice on MS and to promote the independence, dignity and self-determination of people affected by MS. • To work with people affected by MS to help them to retain control of their lives and to be fully involved in everything we do.
Skills & Experience
Good listening and communication skills; Good interpersonal skills; Willingness to work as part of a team; Ability to recognise own boundaries and limitations of role; Good organisational skills
Travel Details
To be confirmed with local branch
Restrictions
Restriction is due to requirements for the opportunity.
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Interview, Other, Police Check, References, Trial Period
Training and Induction Details
Essential - Branch Support Co-ordinator is required to have attended the Society’s Supporting People 1 and Supporting People 2 training courses
Work Type
Advice / Information giving
Client Group
Physical disability
Expenses Detail
To be confirmed with local branch
Accessibility Details
No Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
To be confirmed with local branch committee
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.
Volunteers Required
1
Reference Code
62-463
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
36-40 North Bridge Street
EH48 4PP
Contact: Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian
Tel: 01506-650111
Email: vsg@vsgwl.org
Website: http://www.vsgwl.org
