Social Activity Assistant - South West Edinburgh
When We Need You
From 01/09/2011 onwards
About Opportunity
Canalside Connections offers support and respite for small groups of individuals with a dementia, taking part in social activities in various local community venues in south west Edinburgh. We aim to build relationships with each other and provide respite for carers.
We are looking for volunteers to join us in this innovative, flexible service to support staff members working with individuals with a dementia, in their local community
Availability
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Flexible
About Bield Housing & Care
Bield have been providing housing and care for older people throughout Scotland since 1971.
The Volunteer section promotes and develops the involvement of volunteers within Bield. This includes co-ordinating volunteer recruitment and offering support to both staff and volunteers.
Skills & Experience
No qualifications or skills are necessary. We are looking for volunteers who are
interested in working with older
people, have good communication
and listening skills, are reliable and
willing to work as part of a team.
Travel Details
We encourage volunteers to use the most economical form of travel to and from the development.
Requirements
Completed paperwork, e.g. Application Form, PVG Scheme Record references.
Training and Induction Details
Induction Training
Induction Day Required
Ongoing Training
Regular support is given by an individual member of staff. You will receive an induction into your place of volunteering and the tasks you undertake, and be offered an initial four visit trial period. Other relevant training may be undertaken where appropriate.
Taster Details
Taster sessions are available. Potential volunteers may attend a group activity as an observer
Qualifications
No qualificiations necessary
Work Type
Arts ( music/drama/crafts)
Client Group
Elderly
Expenses Detail
Mileage of 45p per mile up to 15 miles from the scheme - 30 miles in total per visit. Volunteers complete an Expenses Claim Form, have this approved by their line manager and Bield pay by BACS. Trains, buses are reimbursed in full.
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
A regular commitment as agreed with your Volunteer Line Manager.
Minimum period of 6 months
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.
Reference Code
VMP Ref: 1593
Contact Details
79 Hopetoun Street
Edinburgh
Scotland
EH7 4QF
Contact: Alison Tanner or Steve Williams Bield Housing Association
Tel: 0131 458 9860
Email: a.tanner@bield.co.uk
Website: http://www.bield.co.uk
