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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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Mentor

Adults living with this progressive and debilitating condition can face a variety of challenges that disadvantage them socially, financially and in the workplace. The restrictions on their lifestyle can leave them isolated and sometimes struggling to cope. A Mentor will meet with young adult(s) regularly to build a trusting one to one relationship and provide on going practical support. The relationship will help achieve a better quality of life by broadening their horizons, improving their confidence and increasing their independence.

Experience required

Good listener, Good written and verbal communication skills, Good organisational and recording skills, Empathy

Travel details

Applicant must have access to a car.

Travel expenses

All out of pocket expenses reimbursed, therefore receipts must be kept and 30p per mile for driving. Receipts must be sent in at the end of each month with an expense sheet and monthly recording sheet.

Support
Training details

Induction training before any volunteering can begin. On going training as and when required e.g. PIP training. Induction and training likely to be in Edinburgh on a Saturday but support given locally.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18
At least one female due to client requests