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Pain Concern (East Lothian)
- VO98925
What you would be doing:
• Have personal experience of chronic pain
• Representing Pain Concern
• Build a network with local GP surgeries, NHS health board.
• Attend Pain Management groups (virtually or in person).
• Signpost to helpline, Pain Concern information leaflets, Airing Pain etc
• Carry out research into community groups, local events and businesses in your area, so that you can contact them to attend fayres, exhibitions etc
• Attend cheque presentations and local events officially thanking donors and hosts for their support
• Adhere to Pain Concern’s policies and procedures at all times
• Attend training and volunteer meetings
• Keep your Volunteer Manager up to date on your activities, including the contacts you’ve made and talks that you’ve arranged.
Experience required
Is this role right for me?: We are looking for an individual who possesses some or all of the below experiences, skills and qualities.
• Friendly, positive and outgoing personality
• Tenacity and enthusiasm for sourcing opportunities in your community
• Enthusiasm and interest in chronic pain and the work we do
• Good communication skills, including public speaking
• Strong organisational skills, and an ability to work on own initiative and be proactive
• Access to the Internet and confidence in using it
• A good local knowledge
• Flexibility
Support
Training details
Induction and training will be available, as well as ongoing support from a dedicated line manager
Restrictions
Minimum age: 18
A successful PVG check and references will be required before commencing this regulated role.
Availability
Frequency & commitment
Availability and location Minimum commitment of 6 months. Minimum 2-3 hours per week. By becoming one of our Community Ambassadors, you will travel in and around your geographical area to meet support groups and attend events and from our office at Newcraighall Road, Edinburgh EH15 3HS
Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more
Please fill out this form to register your interest in the opportunity Community Ambassador Volunteer with Pain Concern (East Lothian)
Samantha Mason, Pain Concern (East Lothian)
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