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Support Worker/Befriender
When We Need You
From 23/05/2011 to 23/05/2012
About Opportunity
These projects support people with physical and/or learning difficulties. A volunteer is needed to go swimming with someone we support and a member of staff, therefore would be 2nd person support person. Also to support in other activities including cinema, shopping, lunch etc. All people are supported 24 hours a day with all aspects of their care, they all lead busy lives and like to get out and about on different activities. Main tasks would include 2nd support for swimming, and also initially a 2nd person for all kinds of social activities and getting to know the person. Aiming to them eventually being able to go out on their own. This volunteer would need to be reliable and turn up, and give plenty of notice if unable to. Be able to get to know all the people who are supported, their families, staff and become part of a team. **HOW DO I GET INVOLVED?** If you are interested in this opportunity please get in touch with us using the contact details on this page. Alternatively you can register your interest directly using the Register Interest facility.
Availability
Flexible
About Quarriers
Quarriers is a Scottish charity providing practical support and care for children, adults and families. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity and choice, to bring about positive change in peoples lives.
Skills & Experience
Good communications skills, patience, reliable, friendly, someone who enjoys social activities and spending time with people. There are no actual experience needed, just someone who wants to do this, meet new people and build up friendships.
Travel Details
Glasgow North West housing Support Services – Kinellan Road, Windsor Street, Wilton Street and Maryhill Road Projects.
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Police Check, References, Trial Period
Training and Induction Details
Emergency first aid, safer handling, medication, SCIP. Inducton to quarries. Possibly intensive interaction, makaton and autism, depending on the person. Will also have regular supervision with project manager, and be invited to some team meetings
Work Type
Care / Support worker
Client Group
Learning Disabilities
Expenses Detail
Information provided by project manager at informal meeting
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
To be available for 2-3 hours once a week for each person, even if just volunteering for one person.
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers Required
2
Reference Code
33-3602
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
Head Office
Quarriers Village
Bridge of Weir
Renfrewshire
Scotland
PA11 3SX
Contact: Louise McGinty
Tel: 01505 616 109
Email: volunteer.centre@quarriers.org...
Website: http://www.quarriers.org....
