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Hard of Hearing Information & Advice Worker
When We Need You
From 12/07/2004 onwards
About Opportunity
Volunteers are placed within the Audiology / Hearing Aid Department at one of five Glasgow hospitals – Stobhill, Glasgow Royal, Southern General, Victoria or Gartnavel. Volunteers raise the profile of Deaf Connections to patients visiting the department and invite them to ask questions relating to deafness and hearing loss. Volunteers will provide information and advice in response to enquiries and sometimes refer people to specialist support services. Volunteers may also assist Audiology staff during busy periods. The vacancies are suitable for volunteers who use English as a first language and is suitable for hearing and hard of hearing people.
Availability
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About Deaf Connections
Deaf Connections provide services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing people in the West of Scotland. These include health information and events, community care, youth services, lifelong learning classes and support groups. Our aim is to include Deaf and hard of hearing people, and ensure that they have the same equality in life as everyone else.
Skills & Experience
Prior knowledge of deafness & hearing loss is not necessary as training will be given. Should have good interpersonal skills (friendly approachable etc) and an ability to communicate with deaf/hard of hearing people (sign language skills not required).
Travel Details
Volunteers are placed to a suitable Audiology department in one of the five main Glasgow hospitals. We require 2/3 hours per week from our volunteers plus travel time.
Restrictions
Enhanced Disclosure Check & 2 References will be required.
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Interview, Police Check, References, Trial Period
Work Type
Advice / Information giving
Client Group
Sensory impairment
Expenses Detail
40p per mile for car users and public transport is reimbursed.
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
2/3 hours per week. Minimum Commitment: 3 Months
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.
Volunteers Required
1
Reference Code
57-552
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
100 Norfolk Street
Gorbals
Glasgow
Scotland
G5 9EJ
Contact: Carol Grice
Tel: 0141 420 1759
Email: carol@deafconnections.co.uk
Website: http://www.deafconnection...
