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Counsellor/Support Worker
When We Need You
From 28/09/2005 onwards
About Opportunity
The Volunteer Support Worker will staff the helpline once a month and support a client for one hour per week. The type of support we provide is non-directive as we believe women know what is best for them and will support them with any decisions they make.
Availability
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About Rape & Abuse Support
To provide emotional support and practical information to women and girls who have been raped, sexually assaulted or abused. We also provide support to family, friends and other professionals. We provide training to external agencies and aim to raise awareness of the issues surrounding sexual violence and its effects.
Skills & Experience
Training will be given, but volunteers should have an interest in women's issues. Volunteers must have good communication skills and show commitment to this type of work.
Travel Details
City centre - on all bus routes.
Restrictions
Women Only
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Interview, Police Check, References
Training and Induction Details
Basic training is ca 30 hrs over 3 mnths - weekends, evenings, and includes child sexual abuse, rape, trauma syndrome, self-harm, support skills and going to court.
Work Type
Counselling
Client Group
Womens Groups
Expenses Detail
Public transport or mileage - 35p per mile.
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
12 hours per Month. Minimum Commitment: 1 Year
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers Required
1
Reference Code
1-171
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
88 John Street
Aberdeen
Scotland
AB25 1LE
Contact: not known
Tel: 01224 639347
Email: centrecoordinator@rasane.org.u...
Website: http://www.rasane.org.uk
