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Positive Help
- VO100844
The Supportive Transport service is our most popular service. It offers lifts to people who are living with or affected by HIV and/or Hepatitis C to attend vital medical, social care and welfare appointments. Our clients often struggle to travel independently due to limited mobility, social anxiety or financial constraints.
Some are socially isolated and value the company of their driver. Providing a listening ear to help a Service User process what has been told to them at an appointment is of great benefit. Many tell us they would not attend vital medical appointments without having someone to support them in getting there. Our drivers provide much more to our service users than just a lift!
Supportive Transport volunteers also deliver medication and provide lifts to essential food shops.
You do not need your own car to apply for this role but you must have a full driving license with a good record of safe driving. You can use your own car for this role or an Enterprise hire car.
Any questions please contact us; 0131 225 4766 or leigh@positivehelpedinburgh.co.uk
Experience required
We do not require any experience for any of the roles. We do ask for Supportive Transport drivers and Escorted Shoppers to have a full UK driver’s license. We are looking for friendly and understanding volunteers who are ready to support individuals to a range of appointments to support their care and growth.
Travel details
You will be setting off from your home address then travelling to Service User’s homes to pick them up or provide home support. You will be given your schedule two working days before your volunteering day. We request all volunteers to provide a Log on/Log off message to ensure personal safety.
Travel expenses
After each session you will complete a feedback and expenses form. You can claim money back for the cost of public transport/fuel. You will then be reimbursed within a week of submitting the form.
Support
Training details
Our training covers a range of topics including information on HIV and Hep C; stigma and discrimination; maintaining boundaries; Adult protection protocols and trauma informed approaches. All volunteers are required to complete a mix of in-person and online training with other volunteers. This is usually four 2-hour sessions in the evenings for a 4-week block. We will also provide you with First Aid training. Once you start volunteering, you will meet with your Coordinator for support meetings every 6 months, however this can be more regular if you need. We also offer ongoing training and peer support sessions to enable you to fulfil your volunteering role with confidence! We are happy to provide references for you to help you into future employment or education.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 18
Availability
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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 Adult Supportive Transport Driver with Positive Help
Your email address and phone number will only be used by the organisation/TSI you are contacting to discuss in more detail the opportunity you are enquiring about.
Your details and message will be sent to:
Leigh McRae, Positive Help
Leigh McRae, Positive Help
Email address: leigh@positivehelpedinburgh.co.uk
A copy will be sent to the organisation that supports volunteering in Midlothian:
Contact name: Volunteer Team Midlothian
Email address: info@volunteermidlothian.org.uk
Phone: 07859 914587
Thank you for registering your interest in Adult Supportive Transport Driver with Positive Help.
Positive Help has been sent your details and message, they will respond to you at the email address you provided.
Something has gone wrong, please let us know about this issue at milosupport@scvo.scot quoting reference #VO100844.