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Carers of East Lothian
- VO92766
About this event
CoEL are looking for volunteers to help organise and facilitate a programme of sxciting and engaging events for unpaid adult carers in East Lothian
Volunteering details
CoEL are seeking to recruit volunteers to help organise and facilitate the range of events, training and workshops we offer to carers throughout the year.
This programme of events and training aims to increase carer's confidence in their caring role, to encourage engagement in peer support, and to provide an opportunity to take part in enjoyable activities for some welcome respite. With the help of volunteers we hope to expand our reach and the range of events and workshops we can provide.
Volunteers will help to organise and facilitate events and training for carers across the year, with a particular focus on activities over Carers Week.
Experience required
strong planning and organisational activity
good communication skills
Willingness to learn and work as part of a team
A warm and friendly attitude to others
Travel details
Volunteers will have access to the CoEL offices at East Lothian Community Hospital. Groups will be run at different venues around East Lothian. Accessibility needs will be considered when planning individual events.
Travel expenses
Volunteers will be reimbursed on a monthly basis for agreed expenses. For any larger outlays, payment will be organised by CoEL
Date
24 August 2022
Support
Training details
supervision with volunteer and training coordinator.
Opportunities to meet with and learn from other volunteers.
If the volunteer begins to run regular sessions with CoEL, they will be provided with ongoing training and development opportunities.
Taster
general induction to volunteering with Carers of East Lothian
Restrictions
Minimum age: 18
Availability
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Frequency & commitment
ad hoc basis no minimum time requirement
Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more
Please fill out this form to register your interest in the opportunity Carer Events Volunteer with Carers of East Lothian
Your email address and phone number will only be used by the organisation/TSI you are contacting to discuss in more detail the opportunity you are enquiring about.
Your details and message will be sent to:
Catherine Cain, Carers of East Lothian
Catherine Cain, Carers of East Lothian
Email address: catherine.cain@coel.org.uk
Thank you for registering your interest in Carer Events Volunteer with Carers of East Lothian.
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