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MacMillan Community Buddy

Macmillan Cancer Support
VO98179

At Macmillan we give people with cancer everything we’ve got. Are you a good listener and clear communicator? Then we would love you to join our team as a Macmillan Community Buddy and help Macmillan support people living with cancer.

We are looking for Community Buddy Volunteers across all areas of Scotland to provide both in-person and telephone support. The time commitment varies and days/times are flexible but those undertaking the role usually commit to approximately 2-4 hours a week.

Selection will be after an informal interview and on successful completion of online training and induction. The training consists of both self-directed online learning and 'live' online group training and will take a combined total of approximately 10 hours to complete. You will need to complete this training within 6 weeks of submitting your application.

This role is also subject to a PVG check.

By sharing your skills and time, you’ll have the opportunity to utilise and develop your skills and will make a difference to people’s lives. Together, we can be right there for people with cancer. If you would like to join our team, apply to volunteer today!

Why we want you
Bring your listening and communication skills to support people living with cancer to feel less isolated and lonely and to help with practical tasks that they are temporarily having trouble with. By joining us you’ll be doing something amazing for people, so they can continue to feel connected to the world outside and helping them find their best way through. Together, we can be right there for people with cancer.

What you will be doing

Providing face-to-face support in the community or in people’s homes to alleviate loneliness and help with simple practical tasks

Adopting a non-judgemental and supportive approach to understand the needs and concerns of people living with cancer

Supporting 1-3 people living with cancer every week for up to 12 visits

Completing post call ‘records of activity’ reports and using all required systems

Joining group catch up calls every 4-6 weeks to get key updates and/or share good practice

Volunteering within agreed hours and following all best practice guidelines

Signposting to additional support if required and raising any further concerns with the Macmillan team

What's in it for you?

Meet new people as part of a friendly team that makes a difference

Use and develop your communication and people skills

Have a rewarding experience making a difference to people living with cancer who are especially isolated

Receive an induction, relevant training, the support you need to carry out your role, and agreed out-of-pocket expenses (reimbursed within our guidelines)

Disclaimer:
Our vision is to develop a diverse and inclusive culture that empowers and enables everyone to be their best when giving time, energy and experience. We will strive to meet the different needs of people who choose to give their time, and work hard to improve accessibility – both face to face and online – to give everyone the best possible experience.