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Volunteer Development Scotland Ltd. (also known as Volunteer Scotland).
Charity registered in Scotland SC013740 and a company limited by guarantee, registered in Scotland, No. SC106743. Our registered Office is Jubilee House, Forthside Way, Stirling. FK8 1QZ

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Telephone Befrienders

Wellbeing Scotland is a voluntary organisation with services across Scotland. We provide a wide range of holistic services for individuals and families whose life experiences have impacted negatively on their wellbeing. Since 1994 we have offered client centred, holistic, trauma informed therapeutic services and have specialised in abuse and trauma work. We work with both children and adults.

Due to the Covid 19 crisis our services have never been more needed, and we are currently in need of Volunteer Befrienders in all areas.

Do you or anyone you know have a few hours a week to spare to be listening ear to someone who is currently needing a friendly chat? At this time, our befrienders will work remotely by telephone or video calling. No experience necessary(although being a good listener would be an advantage) as training will be provided to help you with this role, and you will be appointed a supervisor for ongoing support. All equipment will also be provided and expenses for out of pocket costs will be reimbursed.


Please contact us at email volunteer@wellbeingscotland.org or tel.: 01324 630100 for further information or to request a volunteer application pack.


Experience required

No experience necessary (although being a good listener would be an advantage).

Travel details

Service provided across Scotland. Volunteering is undertaken from your own home by telephone. All equipment will be provided and expenses for any out of pocket costs will be reimbursed.

Travel expenses

Any expenses for out of pocket costs will be reimbursed.

Support
Training details

Good support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers. You will also be appointed a supervisor for ongoing support. All equipment will be provided and expenses for any out of pocket costs will be reimbursed as well.

Volunteers (aged 12-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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