Community Health Volunteer (Tayside)

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland
VO101146

We need you to help us be the face of prevention in your local area, either out in the community or supporting us in our Health Defence hubs. With you on board we can deliver basic health assessments, and continue to spread those vital healthy lifestyle messages to people who can benefit the most. This will help ensure there is No Life Half Lived in Scotland.

Experience required

Volunteers will be screening community members to identify those at risk of developing a cardiovascular condition, and signposting appropriate individuals to existing CHSS or community-based services.

Good listening and communication skills are required, as well as the ability to volunteer independently with guidance and support. Basic IT skills are required.

Travel details

Volunteers must be willing to travel within their own area.

Travel expenses

Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed, including travel expenses. These should be discussed with your Line Manager prior to outlay and must be submitted within the prescribed guidelines as detailed in the CHSS Volunteer Expenses Policy.

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Training details

CHSS will provide access to a bespoke range of training and development to support you in your role, including: Blood Pressure & Testing; Lone Worker Safety E-Learning; Roles and boundaries: HD Volunteer; Safeguarding Adults (L2) E-learning; and CHSS conditions awareness training.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18
In line with our commitment to safeguarding, this role is subject to membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Adults) Scheme in Scotland (PVG). Volunteers must be willing to commit to initial and ongoing training.