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Transport Volunteer
When We Need You
From 25/08/2011 onwards
About Opportunity
Typical tasks and responsibilities include: conveying passengers and escorts safely from their starting point to their final destination; assisting passengers to and from the vehicle; if using a Red Cross vehicle, performing routine checks on the vehicle, recording information in the logbook and reporting any defects/incidents; if using the driver's own vehicle to ensure that it is maintained to legal requirements (i.e. current MOT, insurance, car tax etc.); to keep and maintain accurate records; to deliver the service in line with British Red Cross standards, policies and principles and to work with other team members and the manager to ensure the smooth running of the service.
Availability
Flexible
About British Red Cross
The British Red Cross helps people in crisis, whoever and wherever they are. We are part of a global network of volunteers and staff, responding to conflicts, natural disasters and individual emergencies. We help vulnerable people in the UK and abroad prepare for, withstand and recover from emergencies in their own communities.
Skills & Experience
One satisfactory reference. An empathy with vulnerable people in receipt of care services. The ability to be discreet and maintain confidentiality. Able to work on your own as well as part of a team. A commitment to equal opportunities and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross.
Travel Details
In and around Dundee area.
Restrictions
Volunteers require a full driving license and use of a car.
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Interview, Police Check, References
Training and Induction Details
We provide training in relevant skills, including an induction to the British Red Cross. Volunteers are also expected to attend ongoing training and volunteer meetings.
Work Type
Driving / escorting
Client Group
Health/Hospitals/hospices
Expenses Detail
All authorised expenses are reimbursed, standard mileage for car users.
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
You and your manager will discuss how much time you are able to give. Volunteering opportunities depend on local needs, so some areas may need volunteers more regularly or for longer hours than others
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 17 years of age.
Volunteers Required
5
Reference Code
16-1104
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
Bradbury House
Grangemouth Road
Falkirk
FK2 9AA
Contact: Catriona Herd
Tel: 01324 679060
Email: recruitmentmsa@redcross.org.uk
Website: http://www.redcross.org.u...
