Pastoral Carer

PEACE (Pet and Companion)
VO97696

Pastoral Carers and their therapy dogs (PEACE Teams) visit people in need of support and companionship in Care Homes, on University and College campuses, and in community hubs. PEACE Teams will volunteer for a couple of hours a week/fortnight in order to build relationships with the people they visit. The PEACE dog helps to provide a relaxing environment, while the Pastoral Carer offers both a listening ear and a means of support, happy to talk through any fears or concerns the person may have.

Experience required

Essential: good listening skills, patient, caring, attentive, sensitive, discreet, trustworthy. Potential volunteers are required to have an active Christian faith.
Desirable: experience in pastoral care.

Travel details

We have a room at the Eric Liddell Community Hub, 15 Morningside Road, Edinburgh. There are multiple bus routes that go past Holy Corner. It would also be possible for volunteers to visit Care Homes close to their own homes if more convenient.

Travel expenses

No expenses.

I want to volunteer

Report this opportunity

Support

Training details

All PEACE Pastoral Carers receive training in Mental Health First Aid, attentive listening and dementia awareness. Volunteers will also become members of the PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) scheme. New PEACE Pastoral Carers will have an induction session with an existing Pastoral Carer. Each volunteer is also advised of a main contact at PEACE or at the organisation they are visiting should they wish to discuss any concerns.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

Availability

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Morning

Afternoon

Evening

I want to volunteer

Report this opportunity

Please fill out this form to register your interest in the opportunity Pastoral Carer with PEACE (Pet and Companion)

If you would like to save your information, first sign in or sign up for a My Volunteer Account

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.