Social Activities Volunteer - Dumfries, United Kingdom - Hanover Scotland

Hanover Scotland

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Dumfries, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Volunteer Social Activity Assistant:

We are looking for a Volunteer Social Activity Assistant to support our residents who live in Lochabriggs

The Role:

The Social Activity Assistant helps residents make full use of the communal lounge by assisting with a range of social activities.

We are looking for Volunteers to support our customers with a revolving programme of social activities, including:

Ø Organising activities in liaison with residents, staff and other potentially other volunteers.

Ø Support residents with the activity

Ø Preparing communal areas for group activities

Ø Assist with serving refreshments

Ø Encourage additional social activities

Ø Spending time out and about on Social Outings

Volunteer duties:

Ø Set up residents lounge area for social activities

Ø Run activities in conjunction with residents

Ø Assist with food and refreshments

Ø Clear away after activity

Ø Socialise with residents

When we need you:

Ø We expect a regular commitment from all our volunteers

Ø Once a week / fortnight / month

Ø Monday to Sunday

Ø Am and Pm

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Skills & Experience:

No qualifications 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.

About Hanover:
Hanover is one of Scotland's largest registered social landlords specialising in services for older people.

We manage more than 5,000 properties and provide a range of other services including telecare community alarm monitoring and housing with care.

We work closely with our customers to help people live independent, secure and fulfilling lives.

Other information:

We will provide regular support and you will be reimbursed for any reasonable out of pocket expenses.

Job Type:
Volunteer

Salary:
£1.00-£2.00 per week

Schedule: