Support Volunteer

• Victim Support (Midlothian)

• VO98740

We are looking for more people to join our incredible team of volunteers who provide information, guidance, emotional support and practical assistance to help anyone affected by crime, including victims, witnesses their families and friends. This may take place in person, online, and in court.

Experience required

Due to the nature of the role, there are key skills and experiences that we look for in our volunteers to ensure we maintain consistent and high standards of support for our service users.
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
· Active listening skills.
· An empathetic nature with the ability to develop rapport with people affected by crime.
· A non-judgemental and accepting approach to working with people from all sections of the community
· An interest in learning about the Criminal Justice System and understanding the challenges a service user might face.
· A desire to continue developing skills and knowledge throughout your volunteering time
with Victim Support Scotland.
· Ability or willingness to learn to use digital methods to communicate and report, such as email, text, databases and more.
· Ability to be flexible and adapt to organisation and service user needs.

Travel expenses

Travel expenses are paid on completion of expense sheet with receipts which has been signed by their Support Co-ordinator/Line Manager

• About
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Support

Training details

Taster Session.
We offer taster sessions to give you an idea of what the role entails.

Training details.
High quality training will be provided to support you in your role and opportunity for personal development. You will receive ongoing support and supervision and the opportunity to connect with other Victim Support Scotland Volunteers.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

Availability

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Frequency & commitment

4 hours a week

Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more

This volunteering opportunity is also advertised across Midlothian.

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