Escort

Mid-Lin Day Care ltd
VO38443

Morning volunteer escorts should attend at morning team meetings. Afternoon volunteers to liase with the volunteer team leader regarding any updated information. When collecting/returning service users, two escorts will go to the house door. Patience is required as some of the Service Users have mobility problems. In some cases, you may need to ensure their home is secure and they have keys to get back in. A visual scan is carried out checking electrical items are switched off. In some cases, contact should be made with other agencies to alert them of departure/return of the Service User from/ to their home. This is an excellent opportunity for volunteers interested in gaining new skills and qualifications in the care of older people. Some of our service users have dementia problems, others physical disabilities. Volunteers will be encouraged to obtain a Moving & Handling and a First Aid qualification. Once in post, with volunteer consent, we will apply for an I.L.A. (Individual Learning Account) to help pay the cost of these courses. Volunteers should read notice boards for updates regarding training or fundraising activities.

Experience required

A happy disposition and a willingness to learn new skills. Reliability.

Travel details

Mid-Lin Day Centre. 59 Pitkerro Drive Dundee, DD4 8AT. Bus number 15, 17, 32, 33 or 36 from Dundee City Centre.

Travel expenses

Public transport costs within Dundee Area only. Reimbursed daily.

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Training details

All volunteers will be encouraged to apply for ILA in order that First Aid, Moving and Handling of People and an Understanding Dementia course can be applied for. Ongoing training and support provided.

Taster available

Restrictions

Minimum age: 17
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Availability

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Frequency & commitment

1 x 4 hours or 1 x 8 hours weekly.

Volunteers (aged 17-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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